Avocado Mojo Bowls with Sweet Potato & Chicken Recipe
Avocado Mojo Bowls with Sweet Potato & Chicken are a nutritious and flavorful meal combining tender roasted sweet potatoes, juicy cooked chicken, creamy avocado, and fluffy rice, all brought together with a zesty mojo sauce. Perfect for a wholesome lunch or dinner, these bowls offer a balanced blend of protein, healthy fats, and complex carbohydrates.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Latin-inspired
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Sweet Potatoes
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Base
- 1 cup cooked white or brown rice
Avocado
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
Mojo Sauce
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 orange
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Sweet Potatoes: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss the peeled and cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them evenly on a baking sheet and roast for about 25-30 minutes, or until golden and tender, tossing halfway through for even cooking.
- Cook the Chicken: While the potatoes roast, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let rest for a few minutes, then slice thinly.
- Prepare the Mojo Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, orange juice, lime juice, ground cumin, salt, and pepper until well combined. Set aside to allow flavors to meld.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide the cooked rice between bowls. Top with roasted sweet potatoes, sliced chicken, and avocado slices. Drizzle generously with mojo sauce over all components.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken breasts with thighs for juicier meat.
- Use brown rice for added fiber and a nuttier flavor.
- Adjust the mojo sauce ingredients to your taste, adding more citrus for tanginess or garlic for a stronger punch.
- The bowls can be prepared ahead of time; store components separately and assemble before serving.
- If you prefer a spicier sauce, add a pinch of red chili flakes to the mojo sauce.
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