Description
This flavorful bowl features juicy BBQ chicken, roasted sweet potatoes, and fresh toppings like avocado, black beans, and corn—all drizzled with a creamy BBQ ranch dressing. A perfect balance of smoky, sweet, and tangy flavors!
Ingredients
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For the BBQ Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (sugar-free for low-carb)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Roasted Sweet Potatoes:
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, diced into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Bowl Base & Toppings:
- 2 cups cooked quinoa or brown rice (or cauliflower rice for low-carb)
- 1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup corn (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 1 small avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
For the BBQ Ranch Dressing (Optional):
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing (or Greek yogurt for a lighter option)
- 2 tablespoons BBQ sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
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Roast the Sweet Potatoes:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss sweet potatoes with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Spread evenly on the baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway.
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Cook the BBQ Chicken:
- In a bowl, coat chicken breasts with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Brush with BBQ sauce in the last 2 minutes of cooking. Remove from heat and slice.
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Prepare the Dressing (Optional):
- In a small bowl, whisk together ranch dressing, BBQ sauce, and lime juice.
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Assemble the Bowls:
- Divide quinoa or rice into bowls.
- Add roasted sweet potatoes, BBQ chicken, black beans, corn, avocado, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
- Drizzle with BBQ ranch dressing and sprinkle with fresh cilantro.
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Serve & Enjoy!
- Garnish with extra BBQ sauce, jalapeños, or shredded cheese if desired.
Notes
- Make It Low-Carb: Use cauliflower rice and a sugar-free BBQ sauce.
- Spice It Up: Add sriracha, chipotle powder, or jalapeños.
- Meal Prep Friendly: Store ingredients separately and assemble fresh before eating.