Healthy Chicken & Sweet Potato Rice Bowl Recipe
This Healthy Chicken & Sweet Potato Rice Bowl combines tender, seasoned chicken breast with roasted paprika-spiced sweet potatoes and wholesome brown rice. Finished with a creamy tahini and lemon drizzle, this balanced meal is perfect for a nutritious lunch or dinner that’s both satisfying and flavorful.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking and Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced and seasoned with salt and pepper
Vegetables & Rice
- 2 cups sweet potatoes, diced
- 2 cups cooked brown rice
Seasonings & Sauces
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp tahini (for drizzle)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (for drizzle)
- 1 tbsp water (for drizzle)
Instructions
- Prepare the sweet potatoes: Toss the diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, paprika, salt, and pepper ensuring each piece is evenly coated. Spread them out on a baking sheet and roast in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
- Cook the chicken: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the seasoned diced chicken breast until browned on all sides and cooked through, approximately 7-10 minutes. Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safety.
- Make the tahini drizzle: In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, and water until smooth and creamy, adjusting water quantity as needed to achieve a pourable consistency.
- Assemble the bowls: Divide the cooked brown rice among bowls. Top each with the cooked chicken and roasted sweet potatoes in layers.
- Serve: Drizzle the tahini sauce over the assembled bowls just before serving to add a rich, nutty, and tangy flavor contrast.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken breast for chicken thighs if preferred; cooking times may vary.
- For extra flavor, add minced garlic or fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro to the chicken before cooking.
- Brown rice can be replaced with quinoa for a gluten-free variation.
- Adjust the tahini drizzle thickness by varying the water amount; add more lemon juice for extra tanginess.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheat gently before serving.
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