There’s a reason why we make so many grain bowls here at Delish. You can roast just about any veggie, use any number of toppings, highlight any protein, and more often than not, it’ll just work! We’ve created countless bowls that we love, but when we’re craving a high-protein chicken dinner (or packed lunch), we turn to this peanut chicken bowl. With a homemade peanut dressing, sliced chicken, sweet potato, spinach, and avocado, this healthy dinner is one we love to meal prep at the beginning of the week, then assemble and feast on all week long. Here’s everything you need to know to make it your own:
The potatoes:
You only need one large sweet potato for this recipe, but feel free to roast more if you’d like to do more meal prepping throughout the week. I love the added sweetness and color it brings to these bowls, but you can honestly use any type of potato you have on hand; just be mindful of the roasting time.
The chicken:
We used chicken breasts, but you can also switch that out for chicken thighs if you prefer. Boneless, skinless is my go-to for ease, but if you have to time to cut the chicken off the bones for a bit of extra depth of flavor, you do you! Turkey is another great alternative if you’re looking to switch things up. Looking for a vegetarian option? Check out our peanut chickpea protein bowls!
The sauce:
The easy sauce is made up of peanut butter, honey, soy sauce, and sesame oil. You’ll soon find that you’ll want to put it on everything! It’s definitely what makes these bowls stand out, and you can make a big batch to keep in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
The toppings:
To be frank, they’re basically a free-for-all. You can use anything in your fridge or pantry that you think would go well here, such as kimchi, pickled sushi ginger, or even crushed tortilla chips. The only thing I insist you keep in the bowl is that peanut dressing.
Made your own bowl? Let us know how it was in the comments below!
