Maple-Glazed Sweet Potato & Air-Fried Chicken Soul Bowl

The Fibroid Fighters community celebrates food that feels good and does good for your body. This soulful bowl brings together naturally sweet potatoes, hearty greens, and protein-packed beans with a lighter take on crispy chicken. Every ingredient is chosen with women’s health in mind—fiber for digestion, iron for energy, and anti-inflammatory spices for balance. It’s a meal that nourishes, comforts, and supports those managing fibroids.

Ingredients (4 servings):

For the Maple-Glazed Sweet Potatoes

• 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled & cubed
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
• Pinch of sea salt

For the Air-Fried “Fried” Chicken

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into medium pieces
• ½ cup potato starch (lighter & crisper than flour)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon sea salt
• Olive oil spray

For the Greens & Beans

• 1 bunch collard greens, stems removed, chopped
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• Juice of ½ lemon
• 1 can (15 oz) black-eyed peas, drained & rinsed

For Garnish

• Fresh parsley or scallions

Directions

1. Roast the Sweet Potatoes

• Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, maple syrup, paprika, cinnamon, and salt.
• Roast for 25 minutes until caramelized and golden.

2. Air-Fry the Chicken

• Pat chicken pieces dry. Mix potato starch, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish.
• Coat chicken evenly in the mixture, shaking off excess.
• Lightly spray with olive oil and air fry at 390°F (200°C) for 18–20 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy and cooked through (internal temp 165°F).

3. Cook the Greens

• In a skillet, sauté onion and garlic in a little olive oil. Add collard greens, turmeric, and cayenne.
• Add a splash of water or broth, cover, and cook for 10 minutes until tender. Finish with apple cider vinegar and lemon juice.

4. Prepare the Black-Eyed Peas

• Combine black-eyed peas with a pinch of paprika,  garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Spray a frying pan with olive oil spray, and the peas, and stir over medium heat for five minutes or until the peas become fragrant.

5. Assemble the Bowl

• Layer the maple-glazed sweet potatoes, collard greens, black-eyed peas, and crispy air-fried chicken.
• Garnish with parsley or scallions.

Why It’s Fibroid-Friendly

✓ Maple-glazed sweet potatoes → natural sweetness without refined sugar, plus fiber for hormone balance.

✓ Air-fried chicken → mimics fried chicken but without excess unhealthy fats.

✓ Collard greens & beans → iron, calcium, and plant-based protein for anemia prevention and hormone support.

✓ Turmeric & spices → reduce inflammation.