I’m always on the lookout for nutritious and exciting meals, and this sweet potato cottage cheese bowl checks all the boxes. After seeing the original version go viral on social media, I knew I had to create my own spin with flavors I love. The combination of sweet potatoes, spicy taco-seasoned chicken, and the unexpected creaminess of cottage cheese creates a bowl that’s satisfying and packed with protein. It’s become my go-to lunch when I need something filling that won’t leave me reaching for snacks an hour later. Plus, it’s endlessly customizable based on what you have in your fridge!
Making a Spicy Sweet Potato & Cottage Cheese Power Bowl
What I love most about this recipe is how quickly it comes together, especially if you meal-prep some components ahead of time. The air fryer makes roasting the sweet potatoes and Brussels sprouts a breeze—they get that perfect caramelized exterior without having to heat up your entire kitchen.
First, you’ll want to get your veggies going in the air fryer. I simply cube the sweet potatoes, trim the Brussels sprouts, give them a light spray of oil, season with salt and pepper, and let the air fryer work its magic. While those are cooking, brown your ground chicken in a skillet and add taco seasoning for a punch of flavor. The seasoned chicken adds a savory element that perfectly balances the sweetness of the potatoes.
Once your components are ready, it’s all about assembly. I start with a base of roasted sweet potatoes and Brussels sprouts, add a generous portion of taco-seasoned chicken, and then the magic happens—a scoop of creamy cottage cheese that melts slightly into the warm ingredients. I top it with fresh avocado chunks for healthy fats, pickled jalapeños for tang and heat, and finish with a drizzle of hot honey that ties all the flavors together.
This bowl is a nutritional powerhouse, with around 40g of protein per serving. It’s perfect for post-workout meals or when you need sustained energy throughout the day. The best part? You can prep all the components on Sunday and assemble fresh bowls throughout the week for quick, healthy meals that never get boring.
Spicy Sweet Potato & Cottage Cheese Power Bowl
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Skillet
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 2 cups sweet potatoes cubed
- 4 cups Brussels sprouts trimmed and halved
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 2 ripe avocados chopped
- 1 cup pickled jalapeños
- 4 tbsp hot honey
- Olive oil spray
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F.
- Cube sweet potatoes and trim Brussels sprouts. Spray lightly with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Air fry sweet potatoes and Brussels sprouts for 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until soft and browned.
- While vegetables are cooking, brown ground chicken in a skillet over medium heat. Once cooked through, add taco seasoning and 2-3 tbsp water. Stir to combine and cook for another 2 minutes.
- To assemble each bowl: add ½ cup roasted sweet potatoes, 1 cup roasted Brussels sprouts, and about 1 cup of the seasoned chicken.
- Top with ½ cup cottage cheese, ½ chopped avocado, and ¼ cup pickled jalapeños.
- Drizzle 1 tbsp hot honey over the entire bowl and enjoy while warm!
Notes
- For meal prep: store components separately and assemble just before eating.
- Substitute ground turkey or tofu for the chicken if preferred.
- Make your own hot honey by warming regular honey with a pinch of red pepper flakes.
