Description
Delicious and easy BBQ Chicken & Roasted Sweet Potato Bowls, perfect for a healthy, flavorful meal. Tender chicken breasts marinated in tangy BBQ sauce and roasted alongside sweet potatoes create a balanced dish with vibrant flavors and comforting textures.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Vegetables
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 lb), cubed
Seasonings & Extras
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh herbs (like cilantro), for garnish (optional)
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Marinate the chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then coat them with half of the BBQ sauce. Allow them to marinate while you prepare the other ingredients to infuse flavor.
- Prepare the sweet potatoes: Toss the cubed sweet potatoes in olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated. Spread them out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet for even roasting.
- Roast chicken and sweet potatoes: Place both the marinated chicken breasts and the sweet potatoes on the baking sheet, and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes. Cook until the chicken is cooked through and the sweet potatoes are tender and golden brown.
- Finish with BBQ sauce and lime: Optionally, brush additional BBQ sauce onto the cooked chicken for extra flavor. Squeeze the fresh lime juice over the chicken and sweet potatoes to brighten the dish.
- Assemble and serve: Layer the roasted sweet potatoes in serving bowls, top with sliced BBQ chicken, garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and serve immediately for a wholesome, satisfying meal.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken is fully cooked by checking that the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- For a smoky flavor, try using a smoky BBQ sauce or add a pinch of smoked paprika to the sweet potatoes.
- Fresh herbs like cilantro add a refreshing touch, but parsley or green onions can be great substitutes.
- To save time, sweet potatoes can be pre-cubed and refrigerated in advance.
- This recipe can be doubled or halved easily to suit your needs.
