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BBQ Chicken Sweet Potato Bowl

BBQ Chicken Sweet Potato Bowl for a Flavorful Dinner Joy

Enjoy a hearty BBQ Chicken Sweet Potato Bowl that's perfect for busy weeknights, featuring roasted sweet potatoes, juicy chicken, and vibrant toppings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Easy Dinners
Cuisine American
Servings 4 bowls
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • skillet
  • baking sheet
  • saucepan
  • mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

For the Sweet Potatoes

  • 4 medium sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust according to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper adjust according to taste

For the Chicken

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts juicy and tender
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika or regular paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder or fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder adjust based on taste
  • ½ cup BBQ sauce your favorite brand

For the Toppings

  • 1 cup cooked black beans rinsed, canned is great
  • 1 cup corn kernels fresh or frozen
  • 1 medium avocado or guacamole
  • ½ medium red onion diced
  • ¼ cup cilantro chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice or vinegar

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Peel and cube the sweet potatoes, toss with olive oil, salt, and black pepper, then roast for 25–30 minutes.
  • Season chicken breasts with smoked paprika, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper, then brush with BBQ sauce.
  • Heat a skillet over medium heat with olive oil, then cook the chicken for 6–8 minutes per side until it reaches 165°F (74°C).
  • Warm the black beans and corn in a saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally for about 3-5 minutes.
  • Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice it into strips.
  • Divide roasted sweet potatoes among bowls, then top with warm black beans, corn, and sliced chicken.
  • Drizzle lime juice and garnish with cilantro and extra BBQ sauce if desired.

Notes

Feel free to customize the bowl with your favorite toppings or vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 32gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 12gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg
Keyword BBQ Chicken Sweet Potato Bowl, comfort food, Easy Dinner, family favorite, Healthy Recipe, meal prep
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