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BBQ Chicken Bowls with Sweet Potatoes and Coleslaw (Whole30)

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These BBQ chicken bowls with sweet potatoes and coleslaw are a bold, balanced, and satisfying Whole30-friendly meal. Featuring juicy shredded BBQ chicken, crispy roasted sweet potatoes, creamy slaw, and tangy quick pickles, this meal-prep-friendly recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or healthy lunches.

Ingredients

  • For the BBQ Chicken:
  • 1.5–2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup Whole30-compliant BBQ sauce
  • Optional: 1/4 cup Italian dressing (or olive oil, vinegar, and Italian seasoning)
  • For the Roasted Sweet Potatoes:
  • 3 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tsp garlic powder or smoked paprika (optional)
  • For the Coleslaw:
  • 3 cups shredded cabbage mix (green and purple cabbage + carrots)
  • 1/3 cup Whole30-compliant mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • For the Quick Pickles:
  • 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup vinegar (white or apple cider)
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 garlic clove, smashed
  • 1 tsp dill
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Cook the chicken:
    Instant Pot: Pressure cook chicken with BBQ sauce for 15 minutes. Shred and mix with more sauce.
    Slow cooker: Cook on high for 3 hours or low for 5 hours. Shred and stir in more sauce.
    Stovetop: Shred cooked chicken and simmer with BBQ sauce until heated through.
  2. Roast the sweet potatoes:
    Toss cubed sweet potatoes with oil, salt, and seasoning. Roast at 425°F for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  3. Make the coleslaw:
    Mix slaw ingredients in a bowl and chill until ready to use.
  4. Prepare the quick pickles:
    Combine sliced cucumbers with vinegar, water, garlic, dill, and salt. Let sit for at least 30 minutes or chill longer for better flavor.
  5. Assemble the bowls:
    Start with roasted sweet potatoes, top with BBQ chicken, slaw, and pickles. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Add avocado or Whole30 ranch for extra richness.
  • Broccoli slaw works as a cabbage slaw substitute.
  • Chipotle powder adds a smoky twist to the potatoes.
  • Store components separately for meal prep convenience.
  • Store-bought pickles work, but homemade elevate the dish.

Nutrition

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