Description
Bold, nourishing, and perfectly balanced—these meal prep bowls serve up tender spiced chicken, caramelized sweet potatoes, and zesty lemon broccoli. Toss in a side of fresh fruit and you’ve got a colorful, feel-good lunch that hits every craving.
Ingredients
For the Sweet Potatoes
2 sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into ½” cubes
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
¼ tsp garlic powder
For the Chicken
1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into four 6 oz portions)
Nonstick cooking spray
1½ tsp paprika
1 tsp salt
¾ tsp cumin
¼ tsp black pepper
¼ tsp dried thyme
¼ tsp garlic powder
⅛ tsp cayenne pepper
For the Broccoli
1 head broccoli, cut into florets
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
½ tsp salt
½ tsp lemon pepper
Optional Dessert
Fresh fruit like apple slices or grapes
Instructions
Roast Sweet Potatoes: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil and seasonings. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and soft.
Cook Chicken: Spray a skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium. Rub chicken with spices and cook 5–6 mins per side until golden and fully cooked. Let rest, then slice.
Roast Broccoli: Toss broccoli florets with olive oil, salt, and lemon pepper. Roast at 400°F for 15–20 minutes until edges are crispy.
Assemble Bowls: Divide sweet potatoes, chicken, and broccoli into four containers. Add fruit if desired for a sweet finish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 420/serving
- Fat: 14g/serving
- Carbohydrates: 30g/serving
- Fiber: 6g/serving
- Protein: 35g/serving