Description
BBQ Chicken Bowls with Sweet Potatoes are a deliciously vibrant meal that combines smoky, grilled chicken and sweet, roasted sweet potatoes. This satisfying dish is perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Topped with creamy avocado and zesty cilantro, these bowls are visually stunning and bursting with flavor. Easy to prepare and customizable for various dietary preferences, they’re sure to impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 lb), diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 avocado, sliced
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill or pan-sear over medium-high heat for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through (165°F).
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss diced sweet potatoes in olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- Slice grilled chicken into strips. In serving bowls, layer roasted sweet potatoes followed by chicken pieces.
- Drizzle BBQ sauce on top and add toppings: cilantro, avocado slices, and sour cream or Greek yogurt.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: For added crunch, sprinkle nuts or seeds on top. Swap sweet potatoes for quinoa or brown rice for a grain-based bowl. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently.