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BBQ Chicken Sweet Potato Bowl

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This BBQ Chicken Sweet Potato Bowl is a healthy, easy dinner featuring juicy BBQ chicken, caramelized roasted sweet potatoes, crunchy slaw, and a creamy drizzle. It’s perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or whenever you crave comfort food with a nutritious twist.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking)
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand or homemade)
  • 2 large sweet potatoes (about 1.5 lb), scrubbed and cubed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups shredded coleslaw mix (or finely shredded red/green cabbage and carrots)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/4 cup ranch dressing or plain Greek yogurt
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
  • 1 avocado, sliced (optional)
  • Pickled jalapeños, sliced (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Scrub and cube sweet potatoes into 1-inch pieces. Toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a lined baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway, until tender and caramelized.
  2. While sweet potatoes roast, pat chicken breasts dry. Season both sides with smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook 5-7 minutes per side (12-15 minutes total), until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp 165°F).
  4. Remove chicken from pan and let rest 5 minutes. Slice into strips or bite-sized pieces. Return to pan (off heat) and toss with BBQ sauce until evenly coated.
  5. In a medium bowl, combine coleslaw mix, apple cider vinegar, honey or maple syrup, and a pinch of salt. Toss well and let sit at least 5 minutes.
  6. Divide roasted sweet potatoes between bowls. Top with BBQ chicken, slaw, and desired toppings: avocado, pickled jalapeños, ranch or Greek yogurt, and fresh herbs.
  7. Serve immediately. For meal prep, store components separately and assemble before eating.

Notes

For a shortcut, use rotisserie chicken tossed with BBQ sauce. To make dairy-free, use plant-based yogurt or skip the creamy drizzle. For vegetarian, substitute BBQ chickpeas or tofu. Store components separately for meal prep and best texture. Add extra veggies or toppings as desired.

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