Power Sweet Potato Bowl with Shredded Chicken & Veggies
Muscle-Building | Balanced | Student-Athlete Friendly
๐ Ingredients (Serves 1)
- 1 medium sweet potato (about 5 oz), roasted
- 4โ5 oz shredded chicken breast (pre-cooked or rotisserie-style)
- 1 cup steamed broccoli
- ยฝ cup sautรฉed bell peppers & onions
- ยผ avocado, sliced or cubed
- 1 tbsp olive oil or ghee (for cooking or drizzling)
- 1 tbsp Greek yogurt or plain Skyr (optional topping)
- 1 tsp everything bagel seasoning or garlic herb blend
- Salt & pepper to taste
๐ฅ Directions
- Roast the Sweet Potato:
Preheat oven to 400ยฐF (200ยฐC). Dice sweet potato, toss in olive oil, salt & pepper, and roast for ~25 minutes until soft and golden. - Cook Veggies:
Sautรฉ bell peppers and onions in a nonstick pan with a bit of oil. Add steamed broccoli in the last 2 minutes. - Warm Chicken:
Reheat pre-cooked shredded chicken in the pan or microwave with a splash of broth or olive oil for moisture. - Assemble the Bowl:
Base: Roasted sweet potatoes
Middle: Sautรฉed veggies and shredded chicken
Top: Avocado, Greek yogurt, and seasoning. - Optional Add-Ons for Extra Gains:
Sprinkle hemp hearts or pumpkin seeds for extra zinc, omega-3s, and protein
Add a fried egg on top for even more protein and healthy fats.
๐ง Why It Works for Student Athletes:
- Sweet potato = clean complex carbs + potassium
- Chicken = complete lean protein for muscle repair
- Veggies = antioxidants + vitamins A, C, and K
- Avocado & olive oil = healthy fats for hormone support and sustained energy
๐๏ธโโ๏ธ Macros (approx. per bowl):
- Calories: ~550โ650 kcal
- Protein: 40โ45g
- Carbs: 45โ50g
- Fats: 20โ25g
- Fiber: 8โ10g

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