Cajun Chicken Sweet Potato Bowls for a Cozy Night
A wholesome and flavorful dish combining Cajun-spiced chicken with roasted sweet potatoes, perfect for weeknight meals or family gatherings.
Servings: 4 servings
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Sheet
- Skillet
Ingredients
Protein
- 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Cut into bite-sized pieces.
Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning Adjust according to spice tolerance.
Vegetables
- 2 medium Sweet potatoes Cubed, approximately 1 pound total.
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil For roasting and cooking.
Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt To taste.
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper To taste.
Garnish
- 1 handful Fresh parsley Chopped, for garnish.
Optional Toppings
- Avocado slices Optional.
- Greek yogurt Optional.
- Chopped scallions Optional.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and peel the sweet potatoes if desired, then cut them into ½-inch cubes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, ½ teaspoon of salt, and ¼ teaspoon of black pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
- Spread the sweet potatoes out in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven.
- Roast the sweet potatoes for about 25-30 minutes, flipping them halfway through.
- While the sweet potatoes are roasting, prepare the chicken. In another mixing bowl, combine the chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, Cajun seasoning, remaining salt, and black pepper. Mix until well coated.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add a drizzle of olive oil and allow it to heat up. Add the seasoned chicken pieces in a single layer and sauté for about 6-8 minutes until cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a couple of minutes.
- Once the sweet potatoes are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly.
- To assemble, place a scoop of roasted sweet potatoes at the bottom of each bowl, top with sautéed Cajun chicken, and garnish with parsley.
- Serve immediately while warm and enjoy!
Notes
Consider adding seasonal vegetables or switching up the proteins for customization.