Fall Sweet Potato Bowl (Printable)

A colorful bowl blending roasted sweet potatoes, chicken, kale, apples, almonds, and creamy goat cheese with tangy dressing.

# What You'll Need:

→ Protein

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

→ Vegetables

02 - 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced (about 18 oz)
03 - 4 cups kale, stems removed, chopped (about 4 oz)
04 - 1 large apple, cored and thinly sliced

→ Dairy

05 - 3.5 oz goat cheese, crumbled

→ Nuts

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

→ Dressing

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

→ For Roasting

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

# How-To Steps:

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

# Top Tips:

01 -
  • Perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors
  • Loaded with seasonal ingredients at their peak freshness
  • Customizable to suit vegetarian and other dietary preferences
  • Ideal for meal prep—components can be prepared ahead
  • Nutrient-dense and satisfying without feeling heavy
02 -
  • For extra flavor, brine the chicken breasts in salt water for 15 minutes before cooking
  • Massaging the kale is crucial—don't skip this step as it breaks down the tough fibers
  • Slice the apple just before serving to prevent browning
  • Use a variety of kale like lacinato (dinosaur) kale for a more tender texture
  • Make a double batch of the vinaigrette and store extra in the refrigerator for up to a week
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