Description
This BBQ Chicken and Sweet Potato Meal Prep is a delicious and healthy option for your weekly lunches, packed with flavor and nutrients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed into 1-inch pieces
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cooked and shredded
- 1/2 cup low-sodium barbecue sauce
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, toss the cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 25 to 30 minutes, or until tender and golden brown.
- While potatoes roast, combine the shredded chicken breast and barbecue sauce in a mixing bowl, stirring until the chicken is thoroughly saturated.
- Assemble the prep bowls by dividing the roasted sweet potatoes, BBQ chicken, black beans, corn, and red onion into four equal containers.
- Allow the components to cool slightly before garnishing with chopped cilantro and sealing for refrigerated storage.
Notes
- This recipe can be made ahead for convenient meal prep throughout the week.
- For added flavor, you can adjust the seasonings to your preference.
- Store in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Meal Prep
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg