Roasted Chicken Sweet Potatoes (Printable Version)
Hearty bowl with roasted sweet potatoes, seared chicken, rice, and creamy spiced sauce.
# Everything You’ll Need:
→ Roasted Sweet Potatoes
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2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
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1 tbsp olive oil
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0.5 tsp paprika
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0.25 tsp garlic powder
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Salt and black pepper to taste
→ Pan-Seared Chicken
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1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
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1 tbsp olive oil
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0.5 tsp garlic powder
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0.5 tsp onion powder
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Salt and black pepper to taste
→ Fluffy Rice Base
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2 cups cooked white or brown rice
→ Creamy Spiced Sauce
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0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
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1 tbsp lime juice
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1 tsp sriracha, adjusted to taste
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0.5 tsp ground cumin
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0.25 tsp paprika
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Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
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Salt to taste
→ Optional Add-ins & Garnish
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1 cup steamed or sautéed green vegetables such as spinach, broccoli, or chopped cucumber
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Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped for garnish
# Steps to Cook:
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Toss cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast in a preheated oven at 400°F for 20 to 25 minutes, flipping halfway through until tender and caramelized.
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Season chicken cubes with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 5 to 7 minutes, until golden and cooked through.
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In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt or mayonnaise, lime juice, sriracha, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper if using, and salt until smooth and creamy.
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Cook the white or brown rice as per package instructions. Steam or sauté the green vegetables if using.
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Divide cooked rice among serving bowls. Top with roasted sweet potatoes, pan-seared chicken, and the green vegetables. Drizzle generously with creamy spiced sauce and garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley. Serve immediately.
# Extra Suggestions:
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For meal prepping, store components separately and assemble just before eating. Adjust sriracha to your preferred spice level. Chicken can be swapped with other protein choices.