Description
A hearty and flavorful bowl combining tender chicken, sweet potatoes, and fluffy rice, seasoned to perfection for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 cup rice (white or brown)
- 2 cups chicken broth or water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh spinach or kale (optional)
- Chopped green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package instructions, using chicken broth for added flavor.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken, season with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through (7-10 minutes).
- Add cubed sweet potatoes and a splash of water. Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes until tender.
- Incorporate fresh spinach or kale and cook until wilted.
- Plate the rice and top with the chicken and sweet potato mixture. Garnish with chopped green onions.
Notes
For easy meal prep, double the ingredients and store in individual containers. Create variations by adding other veggies or spices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg