BBQ Chicken Sweet Potato Heaven
This BBQ Chicken Sweet Potato Bowl recipe delivers a comforting and nutritious meal packed with sweet and savory flavors. Tender roasted sweet potatoes are topped with juicy BBQ chicken and your favorite toppings, creating a customizable and satisfying dish that's quick and easy to prepare.
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Large bowl
- Large skillet
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ cup BBQ sauce your favorite brand!
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- Optional toppings: Chopped green onions
- Optional toppings: Shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional toppings: Diced avocado
- Optional toppings: Corn kernels
- Optional toppings: Black beans
- Optional toppings: Ranch dressing or Greek yogurt
- Optional toppings: Cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, toss the cubed sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Make sure they're evenly coated.
- Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized, flipping halfway through.
- While the sweet potatoes are roasting, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the BBQ sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Simmer for a few minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and coat the chicken evenly.
- Divide the roasted sweet potatoes evenly between two bowls.
- Top with the BBQ chicken.
- Add your favorite toppings! Get creative and make it your own.
- Enjoy immediately!
Notes
For best results, cut sweet potatoes into uniform sizes for even cooking. To prevent steaming, ensure sweet potatoes aren't overcrowded on the baking sheet. Marinate chicken in BBQ sauce for 30 minutes before cooking for enhanced flavor. Leftovers can be stored in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat before serving. Spice up your bowl with spicy BBQ sauce or a pinch of cayenne pepper.