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BBQ Chicken Sweet Potato Bowl

This chicken dish is a flexible meal option that pairs well with simple sides and works nicely for leftovers.

BBQ Chicken Sweet Potato Bowl recipe
Prep10
Cook25
Total35
Servings2

Ingredients

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, cubed
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb cooked shredded chicken breast
  • 1/2 cup low-sugar barbecue sauce
  • 1 can black beans, rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1/2 red onion, diced
  • 1 avocado, sliced (optional)
  • Chopped cilantro

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper; roast on a baking sheet for 20–25 minutes until tender.
  2. In a bowl, toss shredded chicken with barbecue sauce.
  3. Warm the chicken, black beans, and corn in the microwave or in a skillet until heated through, if desired.
  4. Assemble bowls with sweet potatoes, black beans, corn, barbecue chicken, and red onion.
  5. Top with avocado and cilantro.

Gourmet Geek Tip

Use rotisserie chicken for convenience. | Add a squeeze of lime juice for brightness. | Serve with a crisp cabbage slaw.

Equipment

Baking sheet • Mixing bowl