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BBQ Chicken & Mashed Sweet Potato Bowls

BBQ Chicken & Mashed Sweet Potato Bowls


  • Author: OliviaBennett
  • Total Time: 40 mins

Description

When comfort food gets a glow-up, you get this bowl: smoky BBQ chicken, creamy garlicky sweet potatoes, crispy roasted broccoli, and a bright crunchy slaw. It’s like a summer cookout wrapped in cozy vibes—ready in 40 minutes, no fuss, no fancy tricks. Perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or a relaxed weekend feast.


Ingredients

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  • 3 cups shredded chicken (rotisserie = lifesaver)

  • 1 cup BBQ sauce (sugar-free or regular)

  • 2 large sweet potatoes (~1.5 lbs), peeled & cubed

  • ¼ cup Greek yogurt (or dairy-free swap)

  • 3 roasted garlic cloves (or 1 tsp garlic powder)

  • 4 cups broccoli florets

  • 2 tbsp olive oil, salt & pepper

  • 3 cups slaw mix (cabbage + carrot)

  • 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar

  • Optional: chipotle powder, smoked paprika, jalapeño


Instructions

  • Roast veggies: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss broccoli with 1 tbsp oil, season. On another sheet, toss sweet potatoes with 1 tbsp oil. Roast 20–25 min, shaking pans halfway, until broccoli is crispy and potatoes tender.

  • Mash potatoes: While hot, mash sweet potatoes with yogurt, garlic, salt, pepper (plus chipotle if using) until creamy. Cover to keep warm.

  • Prep chicken: Warm shredded chicken in a skillet. Stir in BBQ sauce until coated and heated through (add splash of water/broth if too thick).

  • Make slaw: Toss slaw mix with vinegar, pinch of salt, and optional honey/mustard. Let sit 5+ min to soften.

  • Assemble bowls: Scoop mashed sweet potatoes → pile BBQ chicken → add broccoli → finish with fresh slaw. Optional garnish: parsley, cilantro, or lime wedge.

  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 25 min

Nutrition

  • Calories: 570 cal Per Serving
  • Fat: 23g
  • Carbohydrates: 41g
  • Protein: 44g