Description
BBQ Chicken & Roasted Sweet Potato Bowls are the ultimate comfort food that brings smoky, savory chicken together with sweet, caramelized sweet potatoes. This vibrant dish is perfect for gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, delivering a delightful flavor experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds. With minimal prep and simple ingredients, this recipe is as easy to make as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 lb), peeled and diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Chopped green onions or cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss diced sweet potatoes in olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and crispy.
- Meanwhile, season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill over medium heat for about 6-7 minutes per side, basting with BBQ sauce halfway through until cooked through.
- Assemble bowls by layering roasted sweet potatoes and grilled chicken. Drizzle with additional BBQ sauce and top with optional garnishes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 410g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg