Chipotle Chicken Bowl with Sweet Potatoes & Black Beans
This Chipotle Chicken Bowl is a flavorful, protein-packed meal featuring smoky, spiced chicken, roasted sweet potatoes, and seasoned black beans. Served over rice or greens and topped with a creamy chipotle sauce, it’s a satisfying and nutritious dish that’s perfect for meal prep or a wholesome dinner.
Ingredients
For the Chipotle Chicken:
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
Juice of 1 lime
For the Roasted Sweet Potatoes:
2 medium sweet potatoes, diced
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon salt
Black pepper, to taste
For the Black Beans:
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
½ teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon salt
Black pepper, to taste
For the Bowl Base (Choose One or Mix):
2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower rice)
2 cups mixed greens
For the Creamy Chipotle Sauce:
¼ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
1 tablespoon mayonnaise (optional for extra creaminess)
1 teaspoon adobo sauce (from canned chipotle peppers)
1 tablespoon lime juice
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
1. Prepare the Chicken:
In a bowl, mix olive oil, chipotle chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and lime juice.
Coat the chicken evenly and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes (or up to overnight).
Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, until fully cooked (165°F/75°C internal temp).
Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
2. Roast the Sweet Potatoes:
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Toss diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper.Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway.
3. Prepare the Black Beans:
In a small pan over medium heat, warm black beans with cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper for 5 minutes.
4. Make the Chipotle Sauce:
In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, adobo sauce, lime juice, garlic powder, and salt.
5. Assemble the Bowls:
Divide rice or greens into serving bowls.Top with chipotle chicken, roasted sweet potatoes, and black beans.Drizzle with chipotle sauce and serve immediately.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 480
Protein: 42g
Carbohydrates: 52g
Fiber: 10g
Fats: 12g
Sodium: 550mg
Cook & Prep Time
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Notes & Tips
Meal Prep: Store all components separately for easy assembly throughout the week.
Storage: Keep in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Variations:
Use quinoa instead of rice for added fiber.Add avocado or guacamole for extra creaminess.Swap chicken for shrimp, tofu, or salmon for variety.