Chicken Sweet Potato Rice Bowl with Tahini Sauce
This Chicken Sweet Potato Rice Bowl is a hearty, nutritious meal with tender Chicken, roasted Sweet Potato, and fluffy Rice, topped with a creamy, nutty Tahini sauce.
It’s packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats, making it perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.
Time Required
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 25–30 minutes
Total time: ~45 minutes
Servings: 2–3
Ingredients
Chicken & Sweet Potato
2 chicken breasts, diced or sliced
2 medium sweet potatoes, cubed
1 tbsp olive oil
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper
Rice
1 cup rice (white, brown, or quinoa)
2 cups water or broth
Pinch of salt
Tahini Sauce
3 tbsp tahini
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp maple syrup or honey
1–2 tbsp warm water (to thin)
½ tsp garlic powder or 1 small minced garlic clove
Salt to taste
Optional Toppings
fresh parsley or cilantro
sesame seeds
sliced cucumber or cherry tomatoes
chili flakes
Instructions
1. Cook the Rice
Cook rice according to package instructions with water or broth and a pinch of salt. Set aside.
2. Roast Sweet Potato
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Roast for 20–25 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
3. Cook the Chicken
Season chicken with salt, pepper, and optional paprika.
Pan-sear or grill for 6–8 minutes until cooked through.
4. Prepare Tahini Sauce
Whisk together tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, garlic, and water until smooth and creamy. Adjust thickness with more water if needed.
5. Assemble the Bowl
In a bowl, layer:
cooked rice
roasted sweet potatoes
chicken
optional veggies
Drizzle generously with tahini sauce.
6. Serve
Garnish with parsley, sesame seeds, and chili flakes if desired. Serve warm.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make it vegetarian?
Yes, replace chicken with roasted chickpeas, tofu, or tempeh.
Can I meal prep this?
Yes. Store components separately in the fridge for 3–4 days.
Can I use pre-cooked rice?
Yes, it works perfectly for a quick assembly.
Nutritional Information
Calories: ~450 kcal
Protein: ~32 g
Carbohydrates: ~45 g
Fiber: ~6 g
Fat: ~16 g
Sodium: ~380 mg