Name: BBQ Chicken Sweet Potato Bowl with Avocado Crema - High Protein Healthy Dinner
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Healthy American
Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts; 1/2 cup BBQ sauce; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp onion powder; Salt and black pepper to taste; 2 medium sweet potatoes, cubed; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1/2 tsp cumin; 1/2 tsp paprika; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 ripe avocado; 1/4 cup Greek yogurt; 1 tbsp lime juice; 1 garlic clove; 2–3 tbsp water; Salt to taste; Optional: brown rice or quinoa, black beans, cherry tomatoes, corn, fresh cilantro, lime wedges

Description

BBQ chicken sweet potato bowl with avocado crema – a wholesome high-protein healthy dinner packed with smoky flavor, creamy texture, and balanced nutrition.

Ingredients

Scale

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup BBQ sauce
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 medium sweet potatoes, cubed
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
1 ripe avocado
1/4 cup Greek yogurt
1 tbsp lime juice
1 garlic clove
2–3 tbsp water
Salt to taste
Optional: brown rice or quinoa, black beans, cherry tomatoes, corn, fresh cilantro, lime wedges

Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).

2. Toss sweet potatoes with olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.

3. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway.

4. Season chicken with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

5. Cook chicken in a skillet for 6–7 minutes per side until fully cooked.

6. Brush BBQ sauce on chicken and cook for 2–3 minutes to caramelize.

7. Let chicken rest, then slice into strips.

8. Blend avocado, Greek yogurt, lime juice, garlic, salt, and water until smooth to make crema.

9. Prepare grains if using and warm slightly.

10. Assemble bowl with grains, sweet potatoes, BBQ chicken, and toppings.

11. Drizzle avocado crema on top and finish with cilantro and lime juice.

Notes

Adjust crema thickness by adding more water gradually.
Use low-sugar BBQ sauce for cleaner eating.
Store components separately for meal prep up to 4 days.
Add chili flakes or hot sauce for a spicy variation.
Swap chicken with tofu or chickpeas for a vegetarian option.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Roasting + Stovetop
Cuisine: Healthy American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 580
Sugar: 11g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 55g
Fiber: 10g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 75mg