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A colorful bowl filled with couscous, roasted sweet potato cubes, and shredded chicken, garnished with herbs and served with a drizzle of sauce.

Couscous and Roasted Sweet Potato Bowl (with Shredded Chicken)

A healthy, balanced lunch bowl with couscous, chicken, roasted sweet potato, greens, and a drizzle of sauce. Perfect for meal prep or quick weekday meals.
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Author: Miranda | My Anosmic Kitchen
Prep 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings :4 servings

Equipment

  • Sheet pan
  • Heatproof bowl with cover
  • Fork for fluffing couscous
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Small pot or kettle
  • Bowl for couscous

Ingredients
  

  • ½–¾ cup Cooked couscous - steamed and fluffed
  • ½–1 cup Diced & roasted sweet potato oven or air fryer roast
  • 00–120g grams Cooked (about 3.5–4 oz) (100–120g) Grilled, roasted or shredded – aim for lean protein.
  • Olive oil
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1 cup Leafy greens or salad base: 1 cupRocket, baby spinach, or chopped lettuce.

Optional

  • ¼ avocado,
  • ¼ cup chickpeas
  • 1 tbsp seeds
  • 1-2 tablespoons Sauce or dressing: Yogurt tahini, lemon vinaigrette, or 5-minute red pepper sauce.
  • fresh herbs

Instructions 

  • Roast sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper at 400°F (200°C) for 25–30 minutes.
  • Pour boiling water over couscous in a bowl, cover, and let steam for 5–10 minutes. Fluff with a fork and season.
  • Shred cooked chicken, warm if desired.
  • Layer couscous, sweet potato, and chicken in a bowl. Add sauces or toppings if using.

Notes

Time-saving tip: If you're using pre-cooked or leftover chicken and sweet potato, total time drops to just 10 minutes — ideal for assembling weekday lunches fast.

Recipe Notes

  • Customize with other grains like quinoa or bulgur.
  • Vegan swap: chickpeas instead of chicken.
  • Store ingredients separately for best freshness
  • Substitute chicken with chickpeas or tofu for a plant-based version

Storage

  • Keeps well for up to 4 days in the fridge — perfect for batch prep
  • Add your favorite spice blends, sliced avocado, or a boiled egg for variety.

     

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 168kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 5gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 74mgPotassium: 278mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 4854IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 26mgIron: 1mg
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