Description

A quick, healthy, and satisfying dinner bowl featuring roasted chicken breasts, sweet potatoes, fresh veggies, and quinoa or brown rice. Perfect for busy weeknights and meal prep.

Ingredients

Scale

1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 pound)
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and black pepper to taste
3 cups baby spinach
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
3 cups cooked quinoa or brown rice
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
½ cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Wash and dice sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Pat chicken breasts dry.
In a large bowl, toss sweet potatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Spread on one side of a baking sheet.
Rub chicken breasts with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of smoked paprika. Place on the other side of the baking sheet.
Roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping chicken halfway through, until chicken reaches 165°F (75°C) and sweet potatoes are tender and caramelized.
While roasting, warm cooked quinoa or brown rice in a skillet over medium heat. Add baby spinach and toss until wilted, about 1-2 minutes. Add lemon juice.
Let chicken rest a few minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
Assemble bowls with a base of quinoa or rice and spinach, roasted sweet potatoes, sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, and feta if using.
Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, add black pepper and lemon wedges if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure proper roasting. Use a meat thermometer to check chicken doneness. Let chicken rest before slicing. Fresh lemon juice brightens the dish. Customize with different proteins or veggies as desired. Store components separately for best freshness. This dish does not freeze well.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximatel
Calories: 420
Sugar: 7
Sodium: 320
Fat: 12
Saturated Fat: 3
Carbohydrates: 40
Fiber: 6
Protein: 35

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