Delicious and Nutritious Chicken and Sweet Potato Bowls for Two
These Chicken and Sweet Potato Bowls are a nutritious, delicious, and easy-to-make meal, perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. Packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats, this bowl combines roasted sweet potatoes, seasoned chicken, fresh veggies, and a creamy avocado dressing for a balanced and satisfying dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
Ingredients
Scale
For the Bowl:
- 1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil, divided
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ lb chicken breast, diced
- ½ tsp cumin
- ¼ tsp chili powder
- 1 cup fresh spinach or mixed greens
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup cucumber, diced
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
For the Avocado Dressing:
- 1 ripe avocado, pitted & peeled
- 1 tbsp Greek yogurt (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Water, as needed (to thin)
Instructions
1. Roast the Sweet Potatoes
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss diced sweet potatoes with ½ tbsp olive oil, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until tender and golden.
2. Cook the Chicken
- Heat remaining ½ tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, cumin, and chili powder.
- Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked and lightly browned.
3. Make the Avocado Dressing
- In a blender or food processor, combine avocado, Greek yogurt, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Blend until smooth, adding water (1 tbsp at a time) if needed for a drizzle-able consistency.
4. Assemble the Bowls
- Divide spinach between two bowls.
- Top with roasted sweet potatoes, chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
- Drizzle with avocado dressing and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Calories: 450 kcal per serving
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 30g