Description
This Nourishing Grain Bowl is a vibrant and wholesome meal featuring roasted sweet potatoes, shredded rotisserie chicken, nutrient-rich kale, and quinoa, all brought together with a creamy chipotle sauce and fresh avocado. Perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner, this bowl balances savory, smoky, and fresh flavors with satisfying textures.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potato & Seasonings
- 1 medium sweet potato (cut into ¼-inch rounds)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt (divided)
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder
Grains & Greens
- 1 cup quinoa (cooked)
- 2 cups kale (finely chopped)
Proteins & Vegetables
- 1 cup rotisserie chicken (shredded)
- ¼ small red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 cup red cabbage (shredded)
- 1 medium avocado (sliced)
Sauce & Garnish
- ½ cup creamy chipotle sauce (see linked recipe)
- 2 tablespoons cilantro (torn)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for roasting the sweet potatoes.
- Roast Sweet Potatoes: Spread the cut sweet potato rounds on the prepared baking sheet. Toss them with olive oil and ½ teaspoon of kosher salt. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the potatoes are tender and slightly caramelized.
- Prepare the Creamy Chipotle Sauce: While the potatoes roast, make the creamy chipotle sauce according to the linked recipe, which adds a smoky, spicy flavor to the bowl.
- Cook Quinoa: Cook quinoa using an Instant Pot or stovetop method as preferred, then allow it to cool completely before assembling the bowl.
- Massage Kale: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped kale with ½ teaspoon kosher salt. Massage the kale with your hands until it softens and becomes more tender.
- Assemble the Grain Bowl: Add the cooked quinoa, shredded chicken, shredded cabbage, and thinly sliced red onion to the massaged kale. Toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Add Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Avocado: Top the mixture with the roasted sweet potato rounds and sliced avocado for creaminess and texture.
- Drizzle Sauce and Garnish: Drizzle the creamy chipotle sauce over the assembled bowl and sprinkle torn cilantro leaves on top. Serve immediately and enjoy your nourishing grain bowl!
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with roasted chickpeas or tofu.
- Quinoa can be cooked in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Adjust the amount of chipotle sauce to your spice preference.
- Massage the kale well to reduce its bitterness and make it more palatable.
- The sweet potatoes can be roasted on a baking sheet or an air fryer if preferred.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: grain bowl, roasted sweet potatoes, quinoa bowl, healthy lunch, kale salad, chipotle sauce, rotisserie chicken, nutritious meal
