Grilled Chicken & Sweet Potato Bowl
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Enjoy this flavorful Grilled Chicken & Sweet Potato Bowl full of nutrients. Perfect for meal prep—try it today for a delicious dinner!
- Author: Joelle
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: American
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 large sweet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for sweet potatoes)
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (for sweet potatoes)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (for sweet potatoes)
- Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice (optional base)
- 1–2 cups mixed greens or spinach (optional base)
- 1/4 avocado, sliced or diced
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (for dressing)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey (optional)
- 1 clove garlic, minced (for dressing)
- 2–4 tablespoons ice water
- Pinch of salt (for dressing)
- Marinate the chicken in olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper for at least 20 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss diced sweet potatoes with olive oil and seasonings; spread on a baking sheet.
- Grill marinated chicken over medium-high heat for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- Assemble your bowl with cooked quinoa or rice as base, followed by mixed greens, roasted sweet potatoes, sliced grilled chicken, and avocado.
- Whisk tahini dressing ingredients together and drizzle over the bowl.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 105mg