Simple Wholesome Dinner: Chicken Rice Bowl
A nourishing rice bowl filled with grilled chicken, roasted sweet potatoes, crisp veggies, and a light tahini or yogurt dressing—perfect for healthy dinners or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
1 lb chicken breast or thighs
2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 tbsp olive oil, divided
1 tsp paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
2 cups cooked rice (brown, jasmine, or cauliflower)
1 cup cucumber, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cup shredded carrots
1 cup spinach or mixed greens
Dressing:
2 tbsp tahini or plain Greek yogurt
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp olive oil
1 tsp maple syrup or honey (optional)
1–2 tbsp water
Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss sweet potatoes with 1 tbsp oil, paprika, salt, and pepper. Roast 25–30 min.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Grill, bake, or pan-sear until cooked through. Slice.
- Cook rice and fluff with a fork.
- Chop cucumber, tomatoes, carrots, and greens.
- Whisk dressing ingredients until smooth. Thin with water.
- Assemble bowls with rice, chicken, sweet potatoes, veggies, and greens. Drizzle with dressing.
Notes
Store components separately for meal prep. Add avocado, chickpeas, or hot sauce to customize.
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