Description
Discover a delicious and satisfying BBQ Chicken Sweet Potato Bowl Recipe that will elevate any meal, whether it’s a cozy family dinner or a festive gathering with friends. This heartwarming dish features tender, juicy chicken paired with roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, and an array of vibrant toppings. The bold flavors of BBQ sauce and smoky spices create a delightful experience for your taste buds. Not only is it easy to prepare, but it’s also customizable, making it perfect for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken
- 1 to 1.5 cups BBQ sauce
- 1 can black beans
- 1 cup corn
- 1 small red onion
- Fresh cilantro
- Avocado
- Shredded cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a baking sheet.
- Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25–30 minutes until golden brown.
- Poach chicken in water or broth until cooked through (15–20 minutes). Shred once cooled.
- Assemble each bowl with roasted sweet potatoes as the base, topped with shredded chicken mixed in BBQ sauce, black beans, corn, sliced red onion, cilantro, avocado, cheese, and optional toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Poaching
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Experiment with different veggies or proteins to suit your taste. Use homemade BBQ sauce for a personalized touch. Adjust cooking times based on the size of your sweet potato cubes or chicken pieces.