Description
BBQ Chicken & Roasted Sweet Potato Bowls are a delicious and vibrant meal that combines smoky chicken with sweet, tender roasted sweet potatoes. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this one-pan dish is not only visually appealing but also customizable to suit your taste. Whether you’re serving it at a family dinner or enjoying leftovers throughout the week, each bite promises comfort and satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 lb), peeled and diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, toss diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread sweet potatoes on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and golden brown.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill or pan-sear over medium heat for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Brush BBQ sauce over chicken during the last minute of cooking to caramelize.
- Assemble bowls by layering roasted sweet potatoes at the bottom, topping with sliced BBQ chicken, and garnishing with fresh cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg