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A vibrant meal prep bowl with roasted sweet potatoes, shredded BBQ chicken, black beans, corn, and fresh avocado slices.

BBQ Chicken Sweet Potato Bowl

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 485

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 pound cooked chicken breast, shredded or cubed
  • 0.5 cup low -sugar barbecue sauce
  • 15 ounces canned black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen
  • 0.5 red onion , finely diced
  • 1 large avocado , sliced
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 lime , cut into wedges

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (204 degrees Celsius) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Spread the potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 25 to 30 minutes, or until fork-tender and slightly browned.
  4. While potatoes are roasting, place the cooked chicken in a medium bowl and toss with the barbecue sauce until fully coated.
  5. Heat the black beans and corn in a small saucepan over medium heat for 3 to 5 minutes until warmed through.
  6. To assemble, divide the roasted sweet potatoes, BBQ chicken, black beans, and corn equally among four serving bowls.
  7. Top each bowl with diced red onion, avocado slices, and chopped cilantro.
  8. Serve immediately with a lime wedge for seasoning.