Description
This Healthy Chicken & Sweet Potato Rice Bowl is a wholesome, protein-packed meal that’s perfect for meal prep or a quick dinner. Tender chicken breast and roasted sweet potatoes come together over a base of fluffy brown rice, finished with a creamy tahini drizzle for a balanced, delicious bite.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced and seasoned with salt and pepper
- 2 cups sweet potatoes, diced
- 2 cups cooked brown rice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Tahini Drizzle:
- 2 tbsp tahini
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, paprika, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20–25 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
- While the sweet potatoes roast, heat a skillet over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked and golden brown.
- In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, and water until smooth and creamy.
- To assemble, layer cooked brown rice in bowls, then top with roasted sweet potatoes and cooked chicken.
- Drizzle with tahini sauce before serving. Enjoy warm or chilled!
Notes
- For extra flavor, add roasted veggies like broccoli or zucchini.
- Meal-prep friendly: lasts up to 4 days in the fridge.
- Make it vegan by swapping chicken for tofu or chickpeas.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Bowl
- Cuisine: Healthy