Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken thighs
- 2/3 cup sprouted brown rice (uncooked)
- 2 small sweet potatoes, diced
- 1 pound brussel sprouts, halved
- 1 large apple, diced
- 1/2 cup pecans
- 1/2 cup goat cheese
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons almond butter
- 1–2 tablespoons water (or more for thinning it out)
- 1/3 cup coconut aminos
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 8 packed cups baby kale (8 ounces)
Instructions
- Marinate chicken with coconut aminos, garlic powder, ginger, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and roast marinated chicken on a baking sheet for 35-45 minutes until fully cooked.
- On another baking sheet, roast sweet potatoes and brussel sprouts for the same duration until tender.
- Cook sprouted brown rice according to package instructions.
- Make the dressing by blending balsamic vinegar and almond butter until smooth; add water to desired consistency.
- Assemble bowls with baby kale as a base topped with rice, chicken slices, roasted veggies, apple pieces, pecans, crumbled goat cheese, and drizzle with dressing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: For added flavor, let the chicken marinate longer if time permits. Customize the bowl by swapping grains or adding other seasonal vegetables. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.