Chicken Sweet Potato Bowl (Print Version)

Tender roasted chicken with sweet potatoes and fresh vegetables in a nourishing bowl.

# What You'll Need:

→ Protein

01 - 1.1 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
04 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
05 - 1/2 tsp salt
06 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

→ Vegetables & Carbs

07 - 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 1.1 lbs)
08 - 1 tbsp olive oil
09 - 1/2 tsp salt
10 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
11 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
12 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
13 - 3.5 oz baby spinach

→ Toppings & Garnish

14 - 1 ripe avocado, sliced
15 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
16 - 1 lime, cut into wedges

→ Sauce

17 - 3 tbsp Greek yogurt or dairy-free alternative
18 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
19 - 1/2 tsp cumin
20 - Salt and pepper, to taste

# How to Cook:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F.
02 - Toss sweet potato cubes with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper. Spread on a baking sheet.
03 - In a bowl, combine chicken breast with 1 tbsp olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper. Place on a second baking sheet.
04 - Roast sweet potatoes and chicken in the oven for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway, until potatoes are tender and chicken is cooked through (internal temp 165°F).
05 - Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
06 - While roasting, prep the bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, spinach, and avocado.
07 - Mix Greek yogurt, lemon juice, cumin, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
08 - Divide spinach between four containers. Top with roasted sweet potatoes, sliced chicken, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and avocado. Drizzle with sauce and garnish with cilantro and lime wedges.
09 - Seal and refrigerate for up to 4 days. Add avocado and sauce just before serving for best freshness.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You get that glorious roasted flavor without standing over a stove all week long
  • The combination of warm chicken and sweet potatoes against fresh spinach feels like restaurant quality food
  • Everything can be prepped in one oven session while you catch up on your favorite show
02 -
  • Add avocado and sauce right before eating not during meal prep to avoid browning and sogginess
  • Let the roasted components cool completely before sealing containers to prevent condensation
  • The sweet potatoes and chicken can share a baking sheet if you space them apart and give everything a flip at the halfway point
03 -
  • Cut your sweet potatoes into similar sized cubes so they all finish cooking at the same time
  • If your chicken breasts are very thick pound them slightly for even cooking
  • Double the sauce recipe and keep it in a separate small container for midweek lunches

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