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Healthy Chicken & Sweet Potato Rice Bowl: 5 Simple Steps

A nutritious and filling meal that combines chicken, sweet potatoes, and rice.

  • Author: Dija
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking and Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Healthy

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup brown rice
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, diced
  • 2 chicken breasts, diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups spinach
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions

Instructions

  1. Cook the brown rice according to package instructions.
  2. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  3. Toss the diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Spread the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes.
  5. In a skillet, cook the diced chicken over medium heat until fully cooked.
  6. Add spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted.
  7. Combine the cooked rice, roasted sweet potatoes, chicken, and spinach in a bowl.
  8. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

  • Feel free to add other vegetables.
  • This dish can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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