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Chicken and Sweet Potato Rice Bowl

Make these healthy Chicken and Sweet Potato Rice Bowls! Featuring roasted sweet potatoes, savory chicken, brown rice, and a creamy tahini drizzle

Ingredients

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Here’s the complete list of ingredients, with precise measurements:

  • 1 lb chicken breast, diced and seasoned with salt and pepper
  • 2 cups sweet potatoes, diced
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for sweet potatoes)
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • (Implied: 1 tbsp olive oil or cooking spray for cooking chicken)

Tahini Drizzle:

  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 13 tbsp water (adjust to thin) (Recipe listed 1 tbsp, but often needs more)
  • (Implied: Pinch of salt for dressing)

These quantities typically make 2-4 bowls, depending on serving size.

Have rice cooked and ingredients prepped before starting.

Instructions

Let’s build these bowls step-by-step:

1. Roast the Sweet Potatoes:

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a bowl, toss the diced sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  • Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Roast for about 25-30 minutes, or until tender and slightly crispy/caramelized at the edges. Flip or stir halfway through for even cooking.

2. Cook the Chicken:

  • While the sweet potatoes roast, cook the chicken. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with a little olive oil or cooking spray.
  • Add the diced chicken breast (already seasoned with salt and pepper). Cook, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C). Set aside.

3. Prepare the Tahini Drizzle:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini and lemon juice. It might seize up initially – this is normal.
  • Gradually whisk in water, one tablespoon at a time, until the drizzle reaches a smooth and pourable consistency. Season with a pinch of salt if desired.

4. Assemble the Bowls:

  • Layer the bowls: Start with a base of cooked brown rice.
  • Top the rice with portions of the roasted sweet potatoes and the cooked diced chicken.
  • Drizzle generously with the prepared tahini sauce just before serving.

A simple assembly for a delicious meal!