Grilled Chicken & Sweet Potato Bowl
The grilled chicken & sweet potato bowl is a nourishing, balanced meal combining lean protein, slow-digesting carbs, and vibrant vegetables. Perfect for meal prep or weeknight dinners, it's customizable, flavorful, and supports a healthy lifestyle.
Equipment
- grill or grill pan
- oven
- baking sheet
- mixing bowls
- knife and cutting board
- cooking pot (for grains)
Ingredients
- 2 boneless chicken breasts
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, cubed
- 1 cup quinoa or brown rice
- 2 cups spinach or kale
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate chicken with olive oil, paprika, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Grill chicken for 5–7 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Peel and cube sweet potatoes, roast at 400°F for 25 minutes until caramelized.
- Cook quinoa or rice according to package directions.
- Assemble bowls: base of grains, top with chicken slices, roasted sweet potatoes, greens, and avocado.
- Drizzle with dressing and garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
Use chicken thighs for juicier flavor.
Swap quinoa with farro or couscous.
Add toppings like roasted chickpeas or feta cheese.
Pairs well with tahini or lemon-garlic yogurt dressing.
Swap quinoa with farro or couscous.
Add toppings like roasted chickpeas or feta cheese.
Pairs well with tahini or lemon-garlic yogurt dressing.
Nutrition
Calories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 32gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 540mgPotassium: 870mgFiber: 9gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 16200IUVitamin C: 24mgCalcium: 90mgIron: 2.4mg