🥗 Spiced Chicken & Potato Power Bowl with Broccoli, Peppers & Herb Yogurt Sauce
🕒 Total Time
35–40 minutes
🍴 Servings
2–3 people
🧂 Ingredients
For the Chicken:
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500 g (1 lb) boneless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into strips
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp paprika
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½ tsp cumin
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½ tsp coriander powder
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¼ tsp turmeric (optional)
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1 clove garlic, minced
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Salt & pepper to taste
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Juice of ½ lemon
For the Roasted Potatoes:
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2 medium potatoes, cubed (skin on or off)
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1 tbsp olive oil
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½ tsp paprika
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½ tsp garlic powder
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Salt & pepper to taste
For the Vegetables:
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1 cup broccoli florets
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1 red bell pepper, sliced
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½ yellow onion, sliced (optional)
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1 tsp olive oil
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Pinch of salt and pepper
For the Herb Yogurt Sauce 🌿
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½ cup Greek yogurt (or regular plain yogurt)
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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1 tbsp olive oil
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2 tbsp chopped fresh herbs (mint, parsley, or cilantro — or a mix!)
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1 small clove garlic, minced or grated
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Salt & pepper to taste
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Optional: 1 tsp honey or 1 tbsp cucumber (for a tzatziki-like twist)
🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Roast the Potatoes
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Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
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Toss cubed potatoes with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
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Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp.
Step 2: Cook the Chicken
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In a bowl, mix chicken with olive oil, spices, garlic, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
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Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
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Cook chicken for 5–7 minutes per side (depending on thickness) until browned and fully cooked.
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Set aside to rest, then slice.
Step 3: Sauté the Vegetables
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In the same pan, add a little olive oil.
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Sauté onion (if using), bell pepper, and broccoli for 4–5 minutes, until just tender but still bright.
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Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Step 4: Make the Herb Yogurt Sauce
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Mix yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, herbs, garlic, and seasonings in a bowl.
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Adjust salt and tang to taste.
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Chill until serving.
Step 5: Assemble the Power Bowl 💪
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In each bowl, layer roasted potatoes, sautéed veggies, and sliced chicken.
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Drizzle generously with herb yogurt sauce.
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Garnish with extra herbs or a sprinkle of paprika.
🌟 Optional Add-ons
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Add cooked quinoa or brown rice for extra fiber.
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Top with avocado slices or a poached egg.
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Sprinkle some toasted nuts or seeds for crunch.
💬 Q&A
Q1: Can I meal prep this bowl?
Yes! Store the components separately (chicken, potatoes, veggies, sauce) in airtight containers for up to 3–4 days. Reheat everything except the yogurt sauce.
Q2: Can I make it dairy-free?
Absolutely. Substitute Greek yogurt with coconut yogurt or cashew cream.
Q3: Can I air-fry the potatoes?
Yes — cook them at 190°C (375°F) for 15–18 minutes, shaking halfway for even crisping.
Q4: What spices can I change up?
Try Moroccan seasoning, Cajun spice, or garam masala for a different vibe.
Q5: What’s a good vegetarian version?
Swap the chicken for chickpeas, tofu, or paneer — still delicious with the same spices!
