Description
A vibrant and wholesome dish featuring tender spiced chicken, caramelized roasted sweet potatoes, fluffy rice, and a creamy tahini sauce. This easy-to-make bowl is perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner or a convenient meal prep option, offering a balanced and flavorful way to enjoy simple, whole foods.
Ingredients
2 medium Sweet Potatoes (about 1.5 lbs or 680g), peeled and cut into 3/4-inch (2cm) cubes
1 tablespoon Olive Oil (for sweet potatoes)
1/2 teaspoon Smoked Paprika (for sweet potatoes)
Salt and Black Pepper to taste (for sweet potatoes)
1 lb Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast, cut into 1-inch (2.5cm) pieces
1 tablespoon Olive Oil (for chicken)
1 teaspoon Cumin (for chicken)
1/2 teaspoon Coriander (for chicken)
1/4 teaspoon Turmeric (for chicken)
1/4 teaspoon Garlic Powder (for chicken)
Salt and Black Pepper to taste (for chicken)
2 cups Cooked Rice (brown or white)
For the Tahini Sauce:
1/4 cup Tahini
2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
1 tablespoon Olive Oil
1 clove Garlic, minced
2-4 tablespoons Water (to reach desired consistency)
Salt and Black Pepper to taste
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
On a baking sheet, toss the cubed sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Spread in a single layer.
Roast for 25-30 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized, flipping halfway through.
While sweet potatoes are roasting, prepare the chicken. In a bowl, toss the chicken pieces with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, cumin, coriander, turmeric, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the seasoned chicken for 6-8 minutes, or until cooked through and lightly browned. Set aside.
Prepare the tahini sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Gradually add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the sauce reaches a smooth, drizzly consistency.
To assemble the bowls, divide the cooked rice among serving bowls. Top with the roasted sweet potatoes and seasoned chicken.
Drizzle generously with the tahini sauce.
Serve immediately.
Notes
For meal prep, store components separately and assemble just before serving to maintain optimal texture.
Other grain options like quinoa or farro can be used instead of rice.
Feel free to add other vegetables like roasted broccoli or spinach for extra nutrients.
To caramelize the sweet potatoes further, you can broil them for the last 2-3 minutes of roasting, watching carefully to prevent burning.