Name: Grilled Chicken & Sweet Potato Bowl
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs or Breasts; 2 tablespoons Olive Oil; 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice; 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard; 2 cloves Garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano; 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika; 1/2 teaspoon Salt; 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper; 2 large Sweet Potatoes, peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes; 1 tablespoon Olive Oil (for roasting); 1/2 teaspoon Smoked Paprika (for sweet potatoes); 1/4 teaspoon Garlic Powder; 1/4 teaspoon Salt (for sweet potatoes); Pinch of Cayenne Pepper (optional); 1 cup Cooked Quinoa or Brown Rice (optional); 1-2 cups Mixed Greens or Spinach (optional); 1/4 Avocado, sliced or diced; 1 tablespoon Crumbled Feta or Goat Cheese (optional); 1 tablespoon Toasted Pumpkin Seeds or Sliced Almonds (optional); 1/4 cup Tahini (for dressing); 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice (for dressing); 1 tablespoon Maple Syrup or Honey (optional); 1 clove Garlic, minced or grated (for dressing); 2-4 tablespoons Ice Water (for dressing); Pinch of Salt (for dressing)

Description

A flavorful and vibrant bowl featuring grilled chicken, roasted sweet potatoes, and a zesty tahini dressing, perfect for any day of the week.

Ingredients

Scale

1.5 lbs Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs or Breasts
2 tablespoons Olive Oil
2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
2 cloves Garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
2 large Sweet Potatoes, peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes
1 tablespoon Olive Oil (for roasting)
1/2 teaspoon Smoked Paprika (for sweet potatoes)
1/4 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1/4 teaspoon Salt (for sweet potatoes)
Pinch of Cayenne Pepper (optional)
1 cup Cooked Quinoa or Brown Rice (optional)
1–2 cups Mixed Greens or Spinach (optional)
1/4 Avocado, sliced or diced
1 tablespoon Crumbled Feta or Goat Cheese (optional)
1 tablespoon Toasted Pumpkin Seeds or Sliced Almonds (optional)
1/4 cup Tahini (for dressing)
2 tablespoons Lemon Juice (for dressing)
1 tablespoon Maple Syrup or Honey (optional)
1 clove Garlic, minced or grated (for dressing)
2–4 tablespoons Ice Water (for dressing)
Pinch of Salt (for dressing)

Instructions

Marinate the chicken in olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Let it rest for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) for the sweet potatoes.
Prep the sweet potatoes by tossing them with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and cayenne pepper if using, then spread them on a baking sheet.
Roast the sweet potatoes for about 25-30 minutes or until tender and lightly browned, flipping halfway through.
Grill the chicken on a medium-high grill for about 6-7 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Prepare the tahini dressing by combining tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup or honey, minced garlic, and salt, then whisk in ice water gradually until desired consistency is reached.
Assemble the bowl with a base of quinoa or brown rice, layered with mixed greens, roasted sweet potatoes, grilled chicken, avocado, and any optional toppings.
Drizzle the bowl with tahini dressing before serving.

Notes

Marinating the chicken ahead of time enhances its flavor. Adjust the amount of seasoning and optional ingredients based on your preferences.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Grilling and Roasting
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 450
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 350mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 8g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: grilled chicken, sweet potato, tahini dressing, healthy bowl, meal prep, comfort food, nutritious meal