Fall Sweet Potato Harvest Bowl (Print Version)

Roasted chicken and caramelized sweet potatoes with crisp apples, kale, almonds, and goat cheese in tangy balsamic.

# What You'll Need:

→ Protein

01 - 2 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts (14 oz)

→ Vegetables

02 - 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced (17.6 oz)
03 - 4 cups fresh kale, stems removed, chopped (4.2 oz)
04 - 1 large apple, cored and thinly sliced

→ Dairy

05 - 3.5 oz goat cheese, crumbled

→ Nuts

06 - 1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted (1 oz)

→ Dressing

07 - 4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
08 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
09 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
10 - 1 teaspoon honey
11 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ For Roasting

12 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
13 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
14 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
15 - Salt and pepper to taste

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Toss diced sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Spread on half of the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Drizzle chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and place on the other half of the baking sheet.
04 - Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping sweet potatoes halfway through, until potatoes are tender and chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
05 - While roasting, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
06 - In a large bowl, massage chopped kale with a drizzle of vinaigrette for approximately 1 minute until slightly softened.
07 - Divide prepared kale among 4 serving bowls. Top each with roasted sweet potatoes, sliced chicken, apple slices, crumbled goat cheese, and toasted almonds.
08 - Drizzle each bowl with remaining balsamic vinaigrette and serve immediately.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Perfectly balances sweet, savory, and tangy flavors.
  • A high-protein, gluten-free meal that is naturally nutrient-dense.
  • Sheet-pan roasting makes preparation and cleanup exceptionally easy.
02 -
  • Always let the chicken rest for at least 5 minutes before slicing to keep it juicy.
  • Toast the almonds for 3-5 minutes in a dry pan or the oven until fragrant to maximize their crunch.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches exactly 165°F (74°C) without drying out.
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