Chicken Apple Sausage Sweet Potato Bowls (Easy Meal Prep Recipe)
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These Chicken Apple Sausage Sweet Potato Meal Prep Bowls are one of my favorite make-ahead lunches. Tender chicken apple sausage, roasted sweet potatoes, bell peppers, onions, and buttery jasmine rice come together for a hearty meal that tastes just as good on day four as it does on day one.
I am always looking for meal prep recipes that don’t feel like diet food, and these bowls definitely fit the bill. They are filling, packed with flavor, and easy to customize with your favorite toppings.
If you enjoy recipes like my Honey Garlic Chicken Bowls with Coconut Jasmine Rice, Easy High Protein Baked Ziti, or Creamy Beef Bowtie Pasta Meal Prep Bowls, this recipe is another great option to add to your weekly rotation.
Table of contents
- Why I Love This Chicken Apple Sausage Sweet Potato Bowls Recipe
- Ingredients You’ll Need
- How to Make Chicken Apple Sausage Sweet Potato Meal Prep Bowls
- Storage Instructions
- Easy Variations
- Optional Toppings
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Pro Tips for the Best Meal Prep Bowls
- More Easy Meal Prep Recipes
- Easy Lunch and Dinner Recipes
Why I Love This Chicken Apple Sausage Sweet Potato Bowls Recipe
- Easy to make ahead for lunches or dinners
- Uses simple grocery store ingredients
- Sweet and savory flavors pair perfectly together
- Reheats beautifully throughout the week
- Packed with vegetables and protein
- Easy to customize with your favorite sauces and toppings
Ingredients You’ll Need
This recipe uses simple ingredients that work together to create a flavorful and satisfying meal prep bowl.
- Chicken apple sausage
- Sweet potatoes
- Green bell peppers
- Yellow onion
- Jasmine rice
- Water
- Kosher salt
- Butter
- Olive oil
- Garlic powder
- Black pepper
How to Make Chicken Apple Sausage Sweet Potato Meal Prep Bowls
Roast the Vegetables and Sausage
Preheat the oven and prepare a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Toss the sweet potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Roast until they begin to soften.
Add the sliced chicken apple sausage, bell peppers, and onion to the baking sheet. Toss everything together and continue roasting until the sweet potatoes are tender and the sausage is lightly browned.
Cook the Rice
While the vegetables roast, rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs mostly clear.
Combine the rice, water, and salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until the rice is tender.
Remove from the heat and let the rice rest before adding butter and fluffing with a fork.
Assemble the Bowls
Divide the buttery rice among four meal prep containers.
Top with the roasted sweet potatoes, chicken apple sausage, bell peppers, and onions.
Allow the bowls to cool slightly before placing lids on the containers and refrigerating.
Storage Instructions
Store the prepared meal prep bowls in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
To reheat, microwave for 2 to 3 minutes or until heated through.
Easy Variations
This recipe is easy to customize based on what you have available.
- Use red, yellow, or orange bell peppers instead of green peppers.
- Add broccoli, Brussels sprouts, or green beans.
- Substitute brown rice for jasmine rice.
- Add a sprinkle of feta cheese or goat cheese before serving.
- Use turkey sausage instead of chicken apple sausage.
Optional Toppings
These bowls are delicious as-is, but adding a sauce can take them to the next level.
Try topping your bowl with:
- Hot honey
- Yellow mustard
- Honey mustard
- Maple Dijon sauce
- Brown butter glaze
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. These bowls were designed specifically for meal prep and stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Any fully cooked chicken apple sausage works well. Choose your favorite brand from the refrigerated meat section.
The sausage and vegetables freeze well, but the texture of the rice may change slightly after thawing. For best results, enjoy within 4 days of preparation.
Yes. Roasted sweet potatoes hold their texture surprisingly well and reheat beautifully in the microwave.
Absolutely. Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, green beans, zucchini, and carrots all work well in these meal prep bowls.
Pro Tips for the Best Meal Prep Bowls
- Cut the sweet potatoes into evenly sized pieces so they cook at the same rate.
- Rinse the rice before cooking for fluffier results.
- Allow the rice to rest before fluffing.
- Let the meal prep bowls cool before sealing the containers.
- For maximum flavor, drizzle with hot honey or honey mustard just before serving.
More Easy Meal Prep Recipes
Looking for more make-ahead meals to simplify your week? These easy meal prep recipes are packed with flavor, reheat well, and make lunch or dinner a whole lot easier. Whether you’re prepping for busy workdays, school lunches, or quick weeknight dinners, these recipes are great options to add to your weekly meal rotation.
Chicken Apple Sausage and Sweet Potato Bowls
Ingredients
- 16 ounces chicken apple sausage, sliced
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 large green bell peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces
- ½ medium yellow onion, cut into wedges
- 1½ cups uncooked jasmine rice
- 3 cups water
- 1 tsp kosher salt, divided
- 3 Tbsp butter
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
Directions
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, toss the sweet potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, and black pepper. Spread evenly on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Add the sliced chicken apple sausage, bell peppers, and onion. Toss gently and spread into an even layer. Return to the oven and roast for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are fork-tender and the sausage is lightly browned.
- Meanwhile, place the jasmine rice in a fine mesh strainer and rinse under cold water until the water runs mostly clear.
- Combine the rinsed rice, water, and remaining ½ teaspoon kosher salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Remove the rice from the heat and let stand, covered, for 10 minutes. Add the butter and fluff with a fork until the butter is melted and incorporated.
- Divide the buttery rice evenly among four meal prep containers. Top with the roasted sweet potatoes, chicken apple sausage, bell peppers, and onion.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 4 days.
Notes
- Red, yellow, or orange bell peppers can be substituted for the green bell peppers.
- Store meal prep containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Reheat in the microwave for 1 to 2 minutes or until heated through.
- For extra vegetables, add roasted broccoli, Brussels sprouts, or green beans.
- Fresh parsley makes a great garnish before serving.
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