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BBQ Chicken Sweet Potato Bowl Recipe

BBQ Chicken Sweet Potato Bowl

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Indulge in a delicious BBQ Chicken Sweet Potato Bowl, a perfect blend of flavors and textures that’s both satisfying and nutritious. This recipe features tender, smoky BBQ chicken paired with roasted sweet potatoes, vibrant vegetables, and creamy toppings. It’s an ideal choice for lunch or dinner, providing a hearty meal that can be easily customized to suit your taste. Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or hosting friends and family, this bowl is sure to impress with its delightful combination of wholesome ingredients.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 2 large sweet potatoes
  • 1.5 lbs boneless chicken (breasts or thighs)
  • 11.5 cups BBQ sauce
  • 1 can black beans
  • 1 cup corn
  • 1/2 small red onion
  • 1 ripe avocado
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
  • Fresh cilantro
  • Greek yogurt or sour cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Roast on a baking sheet for 25-30 minutes until golden.
  3. Poach chicken in water or broth with aromatics for 20-25 minutes until cooked through; shred once cooled.
  4. Combine shredded chicken with BBQ sauce in a bowl.
  5. Assemble bowls with roasted sweet potatoes as the base, topped with black beans, BBQ chicken, corn, red onion, cilantro, avocado slices, cheese, Greek yogurt or sour cream.
  • Author: Sarah DuRoss
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 620
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 26g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 72g
  • Fiber: 12g
  • Protein: 34g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg