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Roasted Chicken, Sweet Potato, and Kale Bowls Recipe

Roasted Chicken, Sweet Potato, and Kale Bowls Recipe


  • Author: Lila
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A hearty and flavorful Roasted Chicken, Sweet Potato, and Kale Bowls recipe featuring perfectly seasoned and roasted sweet potatoes and chicken breast, massaged kale, and a creamy chipotle yogurt sauce. This wholesome meal is balanced with brown rice, fresh avocado, feta cheese, and a hint of citrus for brightness, making it perfect for a nutritious lunch or dinner.


Ingredients

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Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Chicken

  • 2 tbsp Avocado Oil
  • 1 medium Sweet Potato (peeled and cut into 1/2 inch pieces)
  • 8 oz Chicken Breast (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Kosher Salt (or 1/4 tsp Sea Salt)
  • 1/2 tsp Chili Powder
  • 1/4 tsp Ground Cumin
  • 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper
  • 1/8 tsp Ground Cinnamon

Kale

  • 2 packed cups Kale Leaves
  • 2 tsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp fresh Lemon Juice (or Lime Juice)
  • Pinch of Salt

Sauce

  • 1/4 cup plain Greek Yogurt
  • 2 tbsp Mayonnaise (such as Duke’s or Hellman’s)
  • 1 tbsp Chipotle Sauce (or 1 tsp finely chopped Chipotle in Adobo)
  • 1 tsp fresh Lemon Juice (or Lime Juice)
  • 1/2 tsp Agave Syrup (or Honey)
  • 1/2 tsp Kosher Salt (or 1/4 tsp Sea Salt, plus more to taste)

Bowls Toppings and Base

  • 2 cups cooked Brown Rice (or White Rice)
  • 1/4 cup crumbled Feta Cheese
  • 1 medium Avocado (sliced or diced)
  • Chopped Green Onions (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

  1. Season and roast the sweet potatoes: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Mix the garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt, chili powder, ground cumin, cayenne pepper, and ground cinnamon in a small bowl. Toss the diced sweet potatoes with half of the avocado oil and half of the seasoning mix. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 10 minutes.
  2. Season the chicken and roast: Toss the chicken pieces with the remaining avocado oil and remaining seasoning. Add the chicken to the baking sheet with the sweet potatoes and roast everything together for an additional 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and sweet potatoes are tender.
  3. Massage the kale: Place the kale leaves in a bowl. Drizzle with olive oil, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Massage the kale with your hands until it becomes tender and slightly wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Make the sauce: In a small bowl, combine the plain Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, chipotle sauce, lemon juice, agave syrup, and kosher salt. Mix well until smooth and creamy. Adjust salt and sweetness to taste.
  5. Build the bowls: Divide the cooked brown rice evenly between two bowls. Add the massaged kale, roasted sweet potatoes, and roasted chicken on top of the rice. Garnish with sliced avocado, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped green onions if using. Drizzle generous spoonfuls of the chipotle yogurt sauce over the bowls. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

  • You can substitute white rice for brown rice if preferred.
  • Adjust the cayenne pepper according to your spice tolerance.
  • The sauce can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 days.
  • For a dairy-free option, omit feta cheese and substitute yogurt with a plant-based alternative.
  • Leftovers store well in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 530 kcal
  • Sugar: 7 g
  • Sodium: 650 mg
  • Fat: 21 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 48 g
  • Fiber: 8 g
  • Protein: 35 g
  • Cholesterol: 75 mg

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