Description
A wholesome and flavorful meal featuring roasted sweet potatoes, tender chicken, and fluffy rice, perfect for meal prep or family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb skinless chicken breast
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 cup rice (brown or white)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, toss sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until evenly coated.
- Spread the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, until tender and slightly crispy.
- Cook the rice according to package instructions, using broth instead of water.
- Season chicken breast with salt and pepper. Cook in a skillet over medium heat for 6-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Assemble the bowl with a base of rice, topped with roasted sweet potatoes and sliced chicken.
Notes
Serve with fresh garnishes like cilantro, lime, or add hot sauce for spice. This dish stores well in the fridge for 3-4 days or freezes for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: healthy, chicken, sweet potatoes, rice, meal prep