Avocado Sweet Potato Chicken Bowl (Printable)

Juicy grilled chicken, roasted sweet potatoes, avocado, fresh greens, and a spicy honey drizzle create a vibrant bowl.

# What You'll Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approx. 1.1 lbs)
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
04 - ½ tsp garlic powder
05 - ½ tsp salt
06 - ¼ tsp black pepper

→ Vegetables & Greens

07 - 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed (approx. 1.1 lbs)
08 - 1 tbsp olive oil
09 - 1 tsp ground cumin
10 - ½ tsp salt
11 - 1 large avocado, sliced
12 - 4 cups mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, baby kale)
13 - ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
14 - ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved

→ Hot Honey

15 - ¼ cup honey
16 - 1–2 tsp hot sauce (e.g., Sriracha)
17 - Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

→ Garnishes

18 - 2 tbsp toasted pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
19 - 2 tbsp fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
20 - Lime wedges for serving

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, ground cumin, and salt. Spread evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 25 to 30 minutes, turning halfway through, until tender and golden brown.
02 - Brush chicken breasts with olive oil and season with smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
03 - Grill or pan-sear chicken over medium-high heat for 6 to 7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Allow to rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together honey, hot sauce, and optional red pepper flakes until combined.
05 - Divide mixed greens into four serving bowls. Top each with roasted sweet potatoes, sliced chicken, avocado slices, red onion, and cherry tomatoes.
06 - Drizzle hot honey over each bowl and garnish with toasted pumpkin seeds, fresh herbs, and lime wedges. Serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The hot honey adds a glossy, sweet-spicy finish that makes every bite feel restaurant quality.
  • Everything roasts or grills at once, so youre not stuck at the stove babysitting.
  • Its filling without feeling heavy, and the textures keep it interesting from the first forkful to the last.
02 -
  • Dont skip resting the chicken after cooking, or youll lose all that moisture when you slice into it.
  • Roast the sweet potatoes in a single layer with space between them, otherwise they steam instead of caramelize.
  • Taste your hot honey before drizzling, because hot sauce brands vary wildly in heat and you can always add more.
03 -
  • Use a meat thermometer to check the chicken so you never have to guess if its done, 165°F is the magic number.
  • If your avocado is too firm, leave it on the counter in a paper bag with a banana overnight to ripen it fast.
  • For extra smokiness, grill the sweet potatoes in a grill basket instead of roasting them, it adds another layer of flavor.
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