Description
A cozy and nutritious meal featuring tender chicken, roasted sweet potatoes, and fluffy rice, perfect for busy nights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 2 sweet potatoes
- 1 cup of rice (white or brown)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Vegetables (e.g., broccoli, bell peppers)
- Optional: Seasonings (e.g., garlic powder, paprika)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Peel and cube the sweet potatoes into bite-sized chunks. Toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and arrange on a baking sheet.
- Roast the sweet potatoes for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway through for even cooking.
- Cook the rice according to package instructions. Meanwhile, season the chicken with salt, pepper, and additional spices if desired, then sauté for about 6 to 7 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest, then slice it. Assemble your bowls with layers of rice, sweet potatoes, and chicken on top.
Notes
Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables and seasonings. Leftovers can be used in soups or salads.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: chicken, sweet potato, rice bowl, healthy dinner, comfort food