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Roasted Sweet Potato & Air Fried Chicken Bowls with Ricotta, Pecans & Hot Honey

Calories 588 kcal; Carbs 23.3g; Protein 76.6g; Fat 19.4g
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 588

Ingredients
  

  • 3 medium sweet potatoes
  • 3 lbs chicken breast
  • Olive oil
  • BBQ rub or your favorite BBQ-style seasoning
  • Salt
  • Optional chicken seasoning such as garlic powder and everything seasoning
  • 1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
  • 1/3 cup pecans crushed
  • 4 tbsp hot honey or regular honey

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C).
  2. Peel (optional) and dice the sweet potatoes into bite-sized cubes.
  3. Place sweet potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment or foil.
  4. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with BBQ rub and salt to taste. Toss until evenly coated.
  5. Bake for 25-35 minutes, tossing once halfway, until the edges are golden and the potatoes are crispy.
  6. While the sweet potatoes roast, cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces or strips.
  7. Toss with olive oil and your favorite seasonings (recommended: garlic powder and everything seasoning).
  8. Place chicken in a single layer in your air fryer basket.
  9. Air fry at 400°F (204°C) for 17–20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and golden.
  10. Divide the roasted sweet potatoes and cooked chicken among bowls.
  11. Top each serving with about ¼ cup part-skim ricotta cheese.
  12. Sprinkle each bowl with crushed pecans.
  13. Drizzle hot honey (or regular honey) over the top (about 1 tablespoon per bowl, to taste).
  14. Serve immediately and enjoy while warm!

Notes

Tip: Customize with extra toppings like fresh herbs or a handful of leafy greens if desired.
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