Description
Cajun Chicken and Sweet Potato Bowls deliver a burst of flavor with every bite. This vibrant dish features juicy chicken seasoned with zesty Cajun spices, nestled on a creamy bed of sweet potatoes, and topped with colorful sautéed veggies. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or meal prep, these bowls are both nutritious and visually appealing, making them a crowd-pleaser that your family and friends will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 large sweet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs), peeled and cubed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (plus more for cooking)
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium red onion, diced
- Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss sweet potato cubes in olive oil, salt, and pepper; spread on a baking sheet.
- Roast sweet potatoes for 25-30 minutes until tender.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Season chicken with Cajun seasoning and cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (165°F internal temperature). Let rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, sauté diced bell peppers and onion until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Assemble bowls with roasted sweet potatoes as the base, sliced chicken on top, followed by sautéed veggies. Garnish with cilantro or parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 400g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 75mg