Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our BBQ Chicken Sweet Potato Bowl Recipe, a perfect blend of smoky BBQ chicken, roasted sweet potatoes, and zesty toppings. This hearty dish is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients, making it an ideal meal for family dinners or casual gatherings. With its customizable ingredients and simple preparation steps, this bowl is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Enjoy the satisfying textures and bold tastes that make this recipe a healthy option for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 to 1.5 cups your favorite BBQ sauce
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup frozen corn (thawed) or canned (drained)
- 1–2 ripe avocados, sliced or diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
- 1/2 small red onion, very thinly sliced
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- In a large pot, poach chicken in water or chicken broth with optional aromatics for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
- Shred the cooked chicken and mix with BBQ sauce.
- Assemble bowls by layering roasted sweet potatoes, BBQ chicken, black beans, corn, avocado, cilantro, and any desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg