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Healthy Chicken & Sweet Potato Rice Bowl

Healthy Chicken Sweet Potato Rice Bowl: Easy, Flavorful, and Nutritious

A delicious and nutritious rice bowl featuring chicken and sweet potatoes, perfect for a healthy meal.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, diced
  • 1 cup brown rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Toss the diced sweet potatoes in the mixture and spread them on a baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until tender.
  5. While the sweet potatoes are baking, cook the brown rice in chicken broth according to package instructions.
  6. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then grill or pan-sear until cooked through, about 7-8 minutes per side.
  7. Slice the chicken and combine it with the cooked rice and roasted sweet potatoes.
  8. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, consider adding your favorite vegetables.
  • This dish can easily be made ahead of time and reheated.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking, Grilling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Healthy Chicken & Sweet Potato Rice Bowl