Description
A vibrant, nutrient-dense twist on traditional tacos featuring roasted sweet potatoes, charred bell peppers, grilled chicken, and a zesty avocado-lime crema. Packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats, this bowl is a satisfying meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Sweet Potatoes 2 large, cut into 1-inch cubes
Bell Peppers (red/yellow/orange) 2 each
Yellow Onion 1 large, sliced
Poblano Peppers 2 fresh
Black Beans 1 cup cooked (or canned, drained and rinsed)
Chicken Thighs (boneless) 1 pound
Quinoa 1/2 cup uncooked
Avocados 3 ripe
Lime 2 large (zest and juice)
Jalapeño Peppers 1 fresh, seeded
Olive Oil 2 tablespoons
Cumin 1 teaspoon
Ground Coriander 1/2 teaspoon
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste
Sour Cream (unsweetened) 1/2 cup (or non-dairy yogurt for vegan option)
Lime Zest 1 teaspoon
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
Toss sweet potatoes, bell peppers, onion, poblano peppers, cumin, and coriander with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Spread on a baking sheet.
Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway, until vegetables are tender and slightly charred.
Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and remaining spices. Sauté in 1 tablespoon olive oil until golden and cooked through (8-10 minutes per side).
Cook quinoa according to package instructions and set aside.
For avocado crema: combine 2 avocados, 1 tablespoon lime juice, 1/2 cup sour cream, and 1/2 seeded jalapeño in a blender until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
Assemble bowls with quinoa, roasted vegetables, chicken, black beans, avocado crema, and fresh lime zest. Garnish with reserved avocado slices and additional jalapeño if desired.
Notes
Store roasted vegetables and chicken separately in airtight containers for up to 4 days.
Use frozen cooked quinoa if time-saving is needed.
Add toppings like cilantro, shredded lettuce, or diced tomato for extra freshness.
For vegan version, substitute chicken thighs with firm tofu or tempeh.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 40
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Roasting, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg