Description
Cajun Chicken and Sweet Potato Bowls are a flavorful and colorful dish that will elevate any meal. Juicy, Cajun-spiced chicken sits atop a bed of roasted sweet potatoes and sautéed vegetables, all drizzled with zesty lime juice for an explosion of taste in every bite. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe is not only delicious but also customizable to suit your preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 3 medium sweet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs), peeled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup bell peppers (any color), sliced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season chicken breasts generously with Cajun seasoning and set aside.
- Toss sweet potato cubes in olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking tray and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and golden brown.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil if needed and sauté bell peppers and red onions for about 5-7 minutes until softened.
- Place seasoned chicken in the oven alongside sweet potatoes and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet during the last minute of cooking to enhance flavor.
- Slice chicken into strips, then assemble bowls with roasted sweet potatoes, sautéed veggies, and chicken. Drizzle with lime juice and garnish with cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 500g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg