Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of this Chicken & Sweet Potato Rice Bowl, a wholesome dish perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. Tender chicken, roasted sweet potatoes, and fresh spinach come together over fluffy brown rice, creating a colorful medley that’s not only delicious but also visually appealing. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this crowd-pleaser that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 lb), diced
- 1 cup brown rice
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by washing and dicing the sweet potatoes and chicken.
- Cook the rice according to package instructions in a medium saucepan.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and garlic; cook until chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
- Add sweet potatoes, paprika, salt, and pepper; roast for about 10-12 minutes until tender.
- Stir in fresh spinach until wilted; finish with a squeeze of lemon juice.
- Serve rice as a base topped with the chicken and sweet potato mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 85mg