Avocado Sweet Potato Chicken Bowl (Printable Version)

Grilled chicken with roasted sweet potatoes, avocado, greens, and a sweet-spicy honey drizzle in a colorful bowl.

# Ingredient List:

→ Proteins

01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1 lb)
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
05 - ½ teaspoon salt
06 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

→ Vegetables & Greens

07 - 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed (approximately 1 lb)
08 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
09 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
10 - ½ teaspoon salt
11 - 1 large avocado, sliced
12 - 4 cups mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, baby kale)
13 - ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
14 - ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved

→ Hot Honey

15 - ¼ cup honey
16 - 1 to 2 teaspoons hot sauce (such as Sriracha)
17 - Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

→ Garnishes

18 - 2 tablespoons toasted pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
19 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
20 - Lime wedges for serving

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F.
02 - Toss sweet potato cubes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, ground cumin, and ½ teaspoon salt. Spread evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 25 to 30 minutes, turning halfway until tender and golden brown.
03 - Brush chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon olive oil, then season with smoked paprika, garlic powder, ½ teaspoon salt, and black pepper.
04 - Grill or pan-sear chicken over medium-high heat for 6 to 7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Allow to rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
05 - Combine honey, hot sauce, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl. Stir to blend and set aside.
06 - Distribute salad greens evenly into four bowls. Top with roasted sweet potatoes, sliced chicken, avocado, red onion, and cherry tomatoes.
07 - Drizzle hot honey over each bowl, then garnish with toasted pumpkin seeds, fresh herbs, and lime wedges.
08 - Serve immediately to enjoy fresh flavors.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes like restaurant-quality food but comes together faster than delivery.
  • The hot honey adds a sweet-spicy punch that makes boring weeknight chicken feel special.
  • You can prep the sweet potatoes and chicken ahead and assemble bowls in minutes.
  • It's naturally gluten-free and packed with protein without feeling heavy.
02 -
  • Don't skip resting the chicken or it will leak juices all over your bowl and turn the greens soggy.
  • If your sweet potatoes aren't browning, your oven isn't hot enough or they're too crowded on the pan.
  • Taste the hot honey before drizzling, everyone's heat tolerance is different and it's easy to overdo it.
03 -
  • Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness before cooking so they cook through at the same rate.
  • Use a meat thermometer and pull the chicken at 160°F, it will coast to 165°F while resting and stay juicy.
  • Make a double batch of hot honey and keep it in the fridge, it's incredible on everything from pizza to roasted vegetables.
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