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BBQ chicken bowl

BBQ Chicken Bowl with Roasted Sweet Potatoes


  • Author: Julia Hart
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: Dinner / Main
  • Diet: Halal

Description

A flavor-packed, wholesome BBQ Chicken Bowl loaded with juicy, smoky chicken, crispy roasted sweet potatoes, quinoa or brown rice, fresh veggies, and creamy avocado. Perfect for quick dinners or weekly meal prep.


Ingredients

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For the BBQ Chicken:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp onion powder

  • 1 tsp chili powder

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • ½ cup BBQ sauce

For the Roasted Sweet Potatoes:

  • 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tsp ground cumin

  • 1 tsp paprika

  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Bowl Assembly:

  • 1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice

  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)

  • 1 red bell pepper, diced

  • 1 avocado, sliced

  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

  • Extra BBQ sauce for drizzling


Instructions

  • Season chicken with oil and spices, then cook in a skillet 5–6 mins per side. Brush with BBQ sauce in the final minute. Rest and slice.

  • Toss sweet potatoes with oil and spices. Roast at 400°F for 25–30 mins until tender and caramelized.

  • Assemble bowls with grains, veggies, sliced chicken, and toppings. Drizzle with extra BBQ sauce and garnish with cilantro.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with roasted chickpeas or tofu.

  • Make it gluten-free by using a certified gluten-free BBQ sauce.

  • Meal prep-friendly: Keeps for 4 days in the fridge.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner / Main
  • Method: Stovetop + Oven
  • Cuisine: American / Fusion