BBQ Chicken Bowls with Sweet Potatoes, Coleslaw & Quick Pickles
BBQ Chicken Bowls with Sweet Potatoes, Coleslaw & Quick Pickles
Like a backyard BBQ in a bowl! Smoky BBQ chicken, roasted sweet potatoes, creamy coleslaw, and crisp, tangy pickles come together in a vibrant, feel-good meal perfect for any night
- Total Time: ~40 min
Ingredients
BBQ Chicken:
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
¾ cup BBQ sauce
2 tbsp Italian dressing
Salt to taste
Sweet Potatoes:
2 sweet potatoes, peeled + cubed
2 tsp paprika
Dash cinnamon
1 tbsp avocado oil
Salt
Quick Pickles:
¼ English cucumber, thinly sliced
1 garlic clove, minced
1 sprig dill
¼ cup water + ¼ cup vinegar
½ tbsp salt + pinch mustard seeds
(or ¼ cup sliced dill pickles)
Coleslaw:
½ cup + 2 tbsp mayo
1½ tbsp vinegar
3 tbsp sugar or honey
¼ tsp kosher salt
1 (14 oz) bag slaw mix
Garnish:
Chopped parsley or cilantro, BBQ seasoning (optional)
Instructions
Chicken: Mix BBQ sauce, dressing, and salt. Coat chicken and bake at 375°F for 20–25 min. Cool and shred.
Sweet Potatoes: Toss with oil, paprika, cinnamon, salt. Roast at 375°F for 20–25 min.
Pickles: Combine all pickle ingredients and let sit 15+ min.
Coleslaw: Mix dressing ingredients, toss with slaw mix, and chill.
Assemble: Divide sweet potatoes and chicken in bowls. Top with slaw and pickles. Garnish and serve.
Notes
Enjoy cozy comfort and zesty flavor in every bite!
Nutrition
- Calories: 520
- Fat: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 32g