Chicken and Sweet Potato Bowls
A simple and delicious meal featuring protein-packed chicken and nutritious sweet potatoes, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breasts, cubed
- 2 pieces sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- to taste Salt
- to taste pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, toss the cubed sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Spread the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender.
Cooking
- In a skillet, heat the remaining olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the cubed chicken breasts to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes.
Serving
- Serve the chicken over the roasted sweet potatoes, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
For the best results, cut the sweet potatoes into similar-sized cubes. Avoid overcrowding the baking sheet. Marinating the chicken ahead of time could enhance its flavor. Other vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli can be added for more nutrients.