Avocado Sweet Potato Chicken (Print Version)

Juicy grilled chicken, roasted sweet potatoes, avocado, greens, and spicy honey combine in a nutrient-rich bowl.

# Components:

→ Proteins

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

→ Vegetables & Greens

07 - 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 1.1 lbs)
08 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
09 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
10 - ½ teaspoon 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 teaspoons hot sauce (e.g., Sriracha)
17 - Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

→ Garnishes

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

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F.
02 - Toss sweet potato cubes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, ground cumin, and ½ teaspoon salt. Spread evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 25 to 30 minutes, turning halfway through, until tender and golden.
03 - Brush chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon olive oil and season evenly with smoked paprika, garlic powder, ½ teaspoon salt, and black pepper.
04 - 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.
05 - Combine honey, hot sauce, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl; stir well and set aside.
06 - Divide mixed greens into four bowls. Top each with roasted sweet potatoes, sliced chicken, avocado, red onion, and cherry tomatoes.
07 - Drizzle hot honey over each bowl. Garnish with toasted pumpkin seeds, fresh herbs, and lime wedges.
08 - Serve immediately and enjoy.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You can prep everything while the oven does the heavy lifting—no babysitting required.
  • The hot honey drizzle transforms something wholesome into something you'll actually crave.
  • It looks restaurant-worthy but tastes like home, which somehow makes it even better.
02 -
  • Let the chicken rest for five minutes after cooking—this keeps it juicy instead of letting all the moisture escape onto your cutting board.
  • Don't slice the avocado until you're ready to assemble, or it will oxidize and turn an unappetizing shade of gray.
  • The hot honey continues to intensify as it sits, so start conservatively if you're unsure about heat levels.
03 -
  • Cube your sweet potatoes roughly the same size so they roast evenly—this is the kind of small attention that changes everything.
  • Toast your pumpkin seeds in a dry skillet for two minutes just before serving to wake up their flavor and make them crispier.
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