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Blackened Chicken and Sweet Potato Bowls Recipe

Blackened Chicken and Sweet Potato Bowls Recipe


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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

These Blackened Chicken and Sweet Potato Bowls are a delicious and nutritious meal option. Tender chicken, roasted sweet potatoes, and a flavorful honey mustard dressing come together with fresh greens for a satisfying dish.


Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

For the Bowls:

  • 1 large sweet potato, diced (about 4 cups)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 cups thinly shredded red cabbage
  • 4 cups thinly sliced lacinato kale (ribs removed)
  • ½ cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 cup cooked wild rice

For the Dressing:

  • 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • Smoked almonds for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat oven to 425°F.
  2. Roast Sweet Potatoes: Toss diced sweet potatoes with olive oil and spices. Roast until tender.
  3. Prepare Dressing: Whisk together mustard, honey, vinegar, oil, lemon juice, garlic, and seasonings.
  4. Cook Chicken: Season and sear chicken in a skillet until cooked through.
  5. Assemble Bowls: Toss greens with dressing. Divide among bowls, top with sweet potatoes, rice, and sliced chicken.
  6. Finish: Drizzle with remaining dressing and add smoked almonds if desired.

Notes

  • You can swap wild rice for quinoa or brown rice.
  • For extra smoky flavor, add ½ teaspoon smoked paprika to the spice blend.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Roasting, Pan-searing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 12 g
  • Sodium: 680 mg
  • Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 45 g
  • Fiber: 8 g
  • Protein: 32 g
  • Cholesterol: 85 mg