Ingredients
For the Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Chicken
- 2 tbsp. Avocado Oil, divided
- 1 medium Sweet Potato, peeled and cut into 1/2″ pieces
- 8 oz. Chicken Breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 tsp. Garlic Powder
- 1/2 tsp. Onion Powder
- 1/2 tsp. Kosher Salt (or 1/4 tsp. Sea Salt), divided
- 1/2 tsp. Chili Powder
- 1/4 tsp. Ground Cumin
- 1/4 tsp. Cayenne Pepper
- 1/8 tsp. Ground Cinnamon
For the Kale
- 2 packed cups Kale Leaves
- 2 tsp. Olive Oil
- 1 tsp. fresh Lemon Juice (or Lime Juice)
- Pinch of Salt
For the Chipotle Sauce
- 1/4 cup plain Greek Yogurt
- 2 tbsp. Mayonnaise (such as Duke’s or Hellman’s)
- 1 tbsp. Chipotle Sauce (or 1 tsp. finely chopped Chipotle in Adobo)
- 1 tsp. fresh Lemon Juice (or Lime Juice)
- 1/2 tsp. Agave Syrup (or Honey)
- 1/2 tsp. Kosher Salt (or 1/4 tsp. Sea Salt, plus more to taste)
For Assembling the Bowls
- 2 cups cooked Brown Rice (or White Rice)
- 1/4 cup crumbled Feta Cheese
- 1 medium Avocado, sliced or diced
- Chopped Green Onions (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Season and roast the sweet potatoes: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Combine garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt, chili powder, ground cumin, cayenne pepper, and ground cinnamon in a small bowl to make the seasoning blend. Place the diced sweet potatoes in a large mixing bowl and toss with 1 tablespoon of avocado oil and half of the seasoning blend. Spread the sweet potatoes evenly on a rimmed baking sheet with some spacing for even roasting. Roast in the preheated oven for 10 minutes.
- Season and roast the chicken with the sweet potatoes: While the sweet potatoes roast, toss the chicken pieces in the same mixing bowl with the remaining 1 tablespoon of avocado oil and the remaining seasoning blend. Let the chicken rest as the sweet potatoes finish the first 10 minutes. Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and gently toss them on the baking sheet. Nestle the seasoned chicken pieces among the sweet potatoes on the baking sheet. Return to the oven and roast for an additional 15 minutes until the sweet potatoes are tender and the chicken is fully cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Massage the kale: Place the kale leaves in a separate bowl and drizzle with olive oil, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Massage the kale with your hands for about one minute, or until it becomes tender and slightly wilted. Set aside.
- Make the chipotle sauce: In a bowl, combine plain Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, chipotle sauce, fresh lemon juice, agave syrup, and kosher salt. Mix thoroughly until smooth and well blended. Adjust seasoning to taste if needed.
- Assemble the bowls: Divide the cooked rice evenly into two serving bowls. Top each bowl with the massaged kale, roasted sweet potatoes, and roasted chicken. Garnish with sliced avocado, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped green onions if desired. Drizzle the chipotle sauce generously over the top. Serve warm and enjoy your wholesome roasted chicken, sweet potato, and kale bowls!
Notes
- For a milder sauce, reduce the amount of chipotle sauce or use plain yogurt.
- You can substitute brown rice with quinoa or cauliflower rice for a lower-carb option.
- Adjust the cayenne pepper amount according to your spice preference.
- To save time, sweet potatoes and chicken can be roasted on separate trays if your baking sheet is crowded.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and consume within 3 days for best freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat