Description

BBQ Chicken & Roasted Sweet Potato Bowls are a delicious and nutritious meal that combines smoky BBQ chicken, caramelized roasted sweet potatoes, and fresh veggies. Topped with quinoa or brown rice and a drizzle of extra BBQ sauce, this flavorful, balanced dish is easy to prepare and can be customized to suit your taste.

Ingredients

For the BBQ Chicken:

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon chili powder

Salt and pepper, to taste

½ cup BBQ sauce

For the Roasted Sweet Potatoes:

2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon paprika

Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Bowl:

1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice

1 cup corn kernels

1 red bell pepper, diced

1 avocado, sliced

Fresh cilantro

Extra BBQ sauce for drizzling

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Instructions

Cook the Chicken: Season chicken breasts with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook in a skillet over medium heat until browned and cooked through. In the last minute of cooking, brush with BBQ sauce and let it caramelize.
Roast the Sweet Potatoes: Toss diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast at 400°F (200°C) for 25-30 minutes, or until tender and caramelized.
Assemble the Bowls: In each bowl, layer quinoa or rice as the base. Top with roasted sweet potatoes, corn, red bell pepper, avocado, and BBQ chicken. Drizzle with extra BBQ sauce and garnish with fresh cilantro.

Notes

Vegan Option: Replace the BBQ chicken with grilled tofu or tempeh for a plant-based meal.

Grilled Veggies: Add grilled zucchini, asparagus, or other favorite vegetables to make the bowl even more colorful.

Customizable: Switch the quinoa for brown rice or couscous based on preference.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Dinner, One-Pan Meal
Method: Roasted & Grilled
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Calories: Approx. 400-500 kcal (depends on ingredients used)