Healthy Grilled Chicken & Sweet Potato Rice Bowl with Fresh Veggies and Light Garlic Yogurt Sauce
Ingredients:
Grilled Chicken:
1 lb (450 g) chicken breast
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp paprika
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp dried oregano
Salt and black pepper to taste
Sweet Potato Rice Bowl:
1 cup cooked rice (brown or white)
1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh Veggies:
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup cucumber, sliced
½ cup shredded carrots
Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
Light Garlic Yogurt Sauce:
¾ cup plain Greek yogurt
1 small garlic clove, finely grated
Juice of ½ lemon
Salt to taste
1–2 tbsp water (to thin, if needed)
Directions:
Toss diced sweet potato with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes until tender and lightly caramelized.
Season chicken with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Grill over medium heat for 5–6 minutes per side until fully cooked. Let rest, then slice.
Prepare garlic yogurt sauce by mixing yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and water until smooth and creamy.
Assemble bowls with a base of rice, roasted sweet potatoes, sliced grilled chicken, and fresh vegetables.
Drizzle with garlic yogurt sauce and garnish with fresh herbs. Serve warm or slightly chilled.
Nutritional Info (per serving, serves 4):
Calories: 410 kcal
Carbohydrates: 45 g
Protein: 36 g
Fat: 12 g
Fiber: 6 g
Sugars: 6 g