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Honey Chipotle BBQ Chicken Power Bowl

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This honey chipotle BBQ chicken power bowl combines juicy BBQ-glazed chicken, caramelized roasted sweet potatoes, and a rainbow of fresh veggies for a bold, wholesome meal. It’s perfect for meal prep, busy weeknights, or whenever you crave a hearty, flavor-packed bowl.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large chicken breasts (about 1 lb), boneless and skinless
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for searing)
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1–2 chipotle peppers in adobo, minced
  • 1 tablespoon adobo sauce (from the chipotle can)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (divided)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 lb), peeled and cubed into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for roasting)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (for sweet potatoes)
  • 4 cups baby spinach or mixed greens
  • 1 cup shredded red cabbage (optional)
  • 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Lime wedges, for serving
  • Optional: 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or ranch dressing (for drizzling on top)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Peel and cube sweet potatoes into 1-inch pieces. Toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika.
  3. Spread sweet potatoes on the baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and fork-tender.
  4. Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together BBQ sauce, honey, minced chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, and garlic powder.
  6. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes per side until golden (not cooked through).
  7. Reduce heat to low, pour half the honey chipotle BBQ sauce over the chicken, cover, and cook another 7-10 minutes, flipping once, until chicken is cooked through (internal temp 165°F).
  8. Remove chicken to a cutting board and let rest 5 minutes before slicing. Brush with remaining sauce if desired.
  9. Divide greens among bowls. Top with roasted sweet potatoes, sliced BBQ chicken, black beans, shredded red cabbage, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and avocado.
  10. Sprinkle with cilantro, add lime wedges, and drizzle with Greek yogurt or ranch if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in half the BBQ sauce for 2-8 hours before cooking. Cut sweet potatoes evenly for best roasting. Store components separately for meal prep. To make vegetarian, substitute tofu or tempeh for chicken and use plant-based yogurt or ranch.

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