Description
This BBQ Chicken & Roasted Sweet Potato Bowls recipe combines tender, marinated chicken breasts with perfectly roasted sweet potatoes, all enhanced by a tangy BBQ sauce and a fresh squeeze of lime. Quick and easy to prepare, this dish offers a balanced, hearty meal that’s perfect for a family dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Sweet Potatoes
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 lb), cubed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Garnish
- Fresh herbs (like cilantro), for garnish (optional)
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure easy cleanup and prevent sticking.
- Marinate Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and half of the BBQ sauce. Let them marinate while you prep the other ingredients to infuse flavor.
- Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Toss the cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them evenly on the prepared baking sheet to allow for even roasting.
- Bake Chicken and Sweet Potatoes: Arrange the marinated chicken breasts on the baking sheet alongside the sweet potatoes. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F) and the potatoes are tender and golden brown.
- Finishing Touches: Optionally, brush additional BBQ sauce onto the chicken for extra flavor. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the chicken and sweet potatoes before serving to add brightness.
- Assemble Bowls: Layer the roasted sweet potatoes in serving bowls, top with sliced BBQ chicken, garnish with fresh herbs like cilantro if desired, and enjoy your wholesome meal.
Notes
- For juicier chicken, consider marinating for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
- You can substitute sweet potatoes with regular potatoes or butternut squash for variation.
- Ensure chicken is cooked through by checking with a meat thermometer (165°F internal temperature).
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- To make it spicier, add smoked paprika or cayenne pepper to the BBQ sauce before marinating.
