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BBQ Chicken Bowls with Sweet Potatoes and Coleslaw

BBQ Chicken Bowls with Sweet Potatoes and Coleslaw
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These BBQ Chicken Bowls with Sweet Potatoes and Coleslaw are a quick, healthy, and flavorful meal combining tender smoky chicken, caramelized roasted sweet potatoes, and crunchy tangy coleslaw. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, they offer a balanced blend of protein, complex carbs, and fresh veggies with customizable flavors to suit any palate.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs (about 1 lb)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Olive oil (1-2 tbsp)
  • BBQ sauce (¼ to ⅓ cup, your favorite brand or homemade)

Roasted Sweet Potatoes

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • Olive oil (1-2 tbsp)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Coleslaw

  • 1 bag pre-shredded coleslaw mix (cabbage and carrots)
  • Coleslaw dressing (mayo-based with vinegar, about ½ cup)
  • Optional: splash of apple cider vinegar or pinch of sugar (to taste)

Garnishes (Optional)

  • Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
  • Green onions, sliced
  • Lime wedges or juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Sweet Potatoes: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Peel and cube sweet potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Toss them in olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet evenly and roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and caramelized.
  2. Cook the Chicken: While sweet potatoes roast, season chicken breasts or thighs with salt and pepper. Heat skillet over medium heat with a little olive oil. Cook chicken 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked. In the last few minutes, brush generously with BBQ sauce to caramelize and lock in smoky flavor.
  3. Prepare the Coleslaw: In a bowl, toss pre-shredded coleslaw mix with coleslaw dressing. Add optional splash of apple cider vinegar or a pinch of sugar to balance tanginess if desired. Chill until ready to assemble.
  4. Assemble the Bowls: Slice BBQ chicken into strips. In each bowl, place roasted sweet potatoes as the base, top with sliced chicken, and finish with a generous scoop of coleslaw. Garnish with fresh herbs and extra BBQ sauce if desired. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • Cut sweet potatoes into uniform cubes to ensure even roasting.
  • Use a BBQ sauce balanced in sweetness and acidity to complement the sweet potatoes.
  • Avoid overcrowding pans to allow proper caramelization rather than steaming.
  • Let chicken rest a few minutes after cooking before slicing to keep it juicy.
  • Adjust the acidity or sweetness of the coleslaw dressing to taste.
  • Store leftover chicken, sweet potatoes, and coleslaw separately in airtight containers to maintain freshness.
  • Freeze chicken and sweet potatoes in freezer-safe containers; avoid freezing coleslaw.
  • Reheat chicken and sweet potatoes in oven or stovetop to preserve texture; add fresh coleslaw after reheating.

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