BBQ CHICKEN BOWLS WITH GRILLED VEGGIES & SWEET POTATOES

INGREDIENTS:

1 1/2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs

PWWB BBQ Dry Rub, below

2 bell peppers, sliced from stem into 3–4 flat planks

2 red onions, peeled & sliced into 1/8ths (with root end in tact)

1 large sweet potato, peeled & slice as desired

1 tbsp. avocado oil kosher salt & ground black pepper, to season

1/2 c. BBQ sauce of choice

PWWB BBQ DRY RUB:

2 tbsp. packed brown sugar

1 tsp. chili powder

1 tsp. ground cumin

1 tsp. garlic powder

1 tsp. mustard powder

1 tsp. onion powder

1 tsp. smoked paprika

1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper (optional)

DIRECTIONS:

Prepare the grill for medium-high direct heat grilling, 500-550 degrees F.

Mix the BBQ Dry Rub: Add all listed BBQ dry rub ingredients to a small bowl or jar. Whisk or shake to combine. Set aside or store in an airtight container on your spice rack for up to 1 month.

Prep the chicken & vegetables: Place the chicken on a plate or small baking sheet. Season with BBQ dry rub, 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, & ground black pepper as desired. Use your hands to rub the spices into the chicken. Set aside.

Place the bell peppers, onions, & sweet potato in a mixing bowl or on a small baking sheet. Drizzle with avocado oil. Season with 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt & ground black pepper as desired. Toss to coat. Set aside.

Grill the BBQ chicken & vegetables: Place the chicken & vegetables on the preheated grill. Grill the vegetables for 3-4 minutes per side, or until nicely charred. Grill the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side, or until nearly cooked through.

Brush the chicken with BBQ sauce & flip the chicken such that the BBQ sauce side is in contact with the grill grates. Cook 1 minute to caramelize the sauce. Repeat, brushing & grilling the second side of the chicken. Transfer the grilled chicken & veggies to a plate or small baking sheet. Once cool enough to handle, chop into bite-sized pieces.

Assemble the BBQ chicken bowls & serve: Serve the grilled BBQ chicken & vegetables over rice/quinoa & mixed greens, topping with grated cheese, avocado/ guacamole, cilantro, & additional BBQ sauce as desired.