Energy-Boosting Chicken & Sweet Potato Power Bowl
A balanced, sustained-energy meal with complex carbs and healthy fats to prevent post-Whole30 energy crashes and support cardiovascular health. This American-inspired Whole30 recipe, ready in about 42 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, sweet potato, avocado oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 6 oz chicken thighs
- 1 medium sweet potato
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 cups spinach
- 1/4 avocado
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Instructions
- Step 1: Dice 1 medium sweet potato into 1/2-inch cubes. Toss with 1/2 tsp olive oil and 1/4 tsp sea salt; roast at 425°F (220°C) for 20 minutes until caramelized and tender.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tsp avocado oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear 6 oz chicken thighs for 4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through, then set aside.
- Step 3: Add 2 minced garlic cloves to the same skillet with 1/2 tsp olive oil; cook 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in 2 cups fresh spinach until wilted (about 1 minute), then add roasted sweet potatoes and chicken.






