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Healthy Chicken & Sweet Potato Rice Bowl

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This Healthy Chicken & Sweet Potato Rice Bowl features lean protein, roasted sweet potatoes, and fresh veggies over fluffy rice — a wholesome, balanced meal perfect for meal prep or clean eating.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, cubed

  • 2 tbsp olive oil, divided

  • 1 tsp paprika

  • 1/2 tsp cumin

  • Salt & pepper, to taste

  • 2 cups cooked brown or white rice

  • 1 avocado, diced

  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

  • 1/2 cup shredded red cabbage or sliced cucumber

  • Optional: fresh herbs, seeds, or feta

Lemon-Tahini Sauce:

  • 2 tbsp tahini

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

  • 1 tbsp water (or more to thin)

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss sweet potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Roast 25–30 minutes.

  • Season chicken with remaining oil, salt, and pepper. Cook in a skillet or bake at 400°F until cooked through (165°F), about 20–25 minutes.

  • Cook rice and prep fresh toppings.

  • Whisk together sauce ingredients.

  • Assemble bowls with rice, chicken, sweet potatoes, veggies, and sauce. Garnish as desired.

Notes

Store components separately for meal prep. Swap in your favorite sauce or add extra veggies for variety.