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Colorful rice bowl featuring tender grilled chicken slices, roasted sweet potatoes, fresh green spinach, red bell peppers, and grains all arranged artfully on a white plate, with vibrant ingredients and a rustic wooden background, styled with fresh herbs and a drizzle of sauce.

Healthy Chicken and Sweet Potato Rice Bowl for a Nutritious Meal

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This healthy chicken and sweet potato rice bowl is packed with flavors and nutrients, combining grilled chicken, roasted sweet potatoes, fresh greens, and colorful vegetables for a perfect meal.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: serves 2

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, cubed
  • 1 cup cooked jasmine rice
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Fresh herbs for garnish (cilantro or parsley)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss sweet potato cubes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25 minutes until tender.
  2. While roasting, season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and a pinch of paprika. Grill or pan-fry until cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side. Slice into strips.
  3. Cook rice according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork.
  4. In a bowl, assemble by layering rice, spinach, roasted sweet potatoes, sliced chicken, and bell peppers.
  5. Garnish with fresh herbs and drizzle with olive oil or your favorite sauce. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate chicken in lemon juice and herbs before cooking.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like avocado or cucumber for variety.
  • This dish can be refrigerated for up to 2 days for meal prep.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Method: Grilling, Roasting
  • Cuisine: Healthy, American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, Low-Carb, High-Protein

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 8 grams
  • Sodium: 500 mg
  • Fat: 12 grams
  • Saturated Fat: 2 grams
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
  • Trans Fat: 0 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 65 grams
  • Fiber: 7 grams
  • Protein: 30 grams
  • Cholesterol: 75 mg