By angie
BBQ Chicken Bowls
Grilled chicken, sweet potatoes, peppers, & onions are loaded up in a flavorful & colorful BBQ chicken bowl with greens, quinoa or brown rice, & a little guac or cheese for good measure. A quick & easy dinner that’s always satisfying & perfect for weeknight grilling or summer meal prep –
Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 03:53:44 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Great
Glycemic Index
59
Moderate
Nutrition per serving
Calories1659.6 kcal (83%)
Total Fat35.5 g (51%)
Carbs166.6 g (64%)
Sugars100.1 g (111%)
Protein165 g (330%)
Sodium4355.6 mg (218%)
Fiber16.9 g (60%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
0 servings
1.5 poundsboneless skinless chicken breasts
or thighs
BBQ Dry Rub
2bell peppers
sliced from stem into 3-4 flat planks
2red onions
peeled & sliced into 1/8ths, with root end in tact
1sweet potato
large, peeled as desired & sliced into 1/2-inch rounds, crosswise, or planks, lengthwise
1 tablespoonavocado oil
kosher salt
to season
ground black pepper
to season
½ cupBBQ sauce
quinoa
for serving, as desired, cooked, or rice
mixed greens
cheddar
avocado
cilantro
BBQ sauce
BBQ Dry Rub
2 tablespoonsbrown sugar
packed
1 teaspoonchili powder
1 teaspoonground cumin
1 teaspoongarlic powder
1 teaspoonmustard powder
1 teaspoononion powder
1 teaspoonsmoked paprika
cayenne pepper
optional
Instructions
Step 1
Prepare the grill for medium-high direct heat grilling, 500-550 degrees F. Weber Genesis II grill on a deck, preheated to medium high heat for grilling BBQ chicken & veggies.
Step 2
Mix the BBQ Dry Rub: Add all listed BBQ dry rub ingredients to a small bowl or jar. Whisk or shake to combine. Set aside or store in an airtight container on your spice rack for up to 1 month. How to make BBQ Chicken Bowls, Step 2: BBQ dry rub in a small jar, sitting atop a white surface.
Step 3
Prep the chicken & vegetables: Place the chicken on a plate or small baking sheet. Season with BBQ dry rub, 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, & ground black pepper as desired. Use your hands to rub the spices into the chicken. Set aside. Place the bell peppers, onions, & sweet potato in a mixing bowl or on a small baking sheet. Drizzle with avocado oil. Season with 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt & ground black pepper as desired. Toss to coat. Set aside. How to make BBQ Chicken Bowls, Step 3: BBQ dry rub-dusted chicken breasts & seasoned sweet potatoes, onions, & bell peppers on a quarter sheet pan atop a white surface.
Step 4
Grill the BBQ chicken & vegetables: Place the chicken & vegetables on the preheated grill. Grill the vegetables for 3-4 minutes per side, or until nicely charred. Grill the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side, or until nearly cooked through. Brush the chicken with BBQ sauce & flip the chicken such that the BBQ sauce side is in contact with the grill grates. Cook 1 minute to caramelize the sauce. Repeat, brushing & grilling the second side of the chicken. Transfer the grilled chicken & veggies to a plate or small baking sheet. Once cool enough to handle, chop into bite-sized pieces. How to make BBQ Chicken Bowls, Step 4: Basting grilled BBQ chicken breasts with BBQ sauce on the grill.
Step 5
Assemble the BBQ chicken bowls & serve: Serve the grilled BBQ chicken & vegetables over rice/quinoa & mixed greens, topping with grated cheese, avocado/guacamole, cilantro, & additional BBQ sauce as desired. Enjoy!
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