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A Cozy, Colorful Harvest Bowl That Brings Sweet, Savory Magic to Every Bite

This maple sweet potato and kale dish is the kind of warm, feel good comfort food that tastes like fall in a skillet. Caramelized sweet potatoes mingle with tender onions, fragrant maple syrup and a handful of dried cranberries for that perfect pop of sweetness. Add in hearty greens and fluffy riced cauliflower, and you’ve got a nourishing base that feels both wholesome and totally indulgent.

Then come the “chick’n croutons” — crispy, golden plant based bites that bring the perfect crunch and an irresistible savory boost. Toss it all together and you get a colorful, satisfying meal that is cozy enough for dinner and bright enough for lunch meal prep.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• A sweet, savory, maple kissed bowl packed with texture and color.
• Crispy chick’n bites make a fun, protein rich “crouton” topping.
• Comforting enough for cool weather but light enough for everyday meals.
• Easy stovetop prep using simple, accessible ingredients.
• Perfect for meal prep, weeknight dinners or seasonal potluck sides.
• Naturally packed with veggies, flavor and plant powered goodness.

Maple Sweet Potato & Kale with “Chick’n Croutons”

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• Author: J Ivy
• Total Time: 25 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Diet: Vegan

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Description

A Sweet and Savory Skillet Bowl That Feels Like a Warm Hug

This cozy harvest style bowl combines maple glazed sweet potatoes, tender greens, fluffy riced cauliflower and crispy chick’n “croutons” for a hearty, colorful dish full of plant powered comfort. Sweet, savory and incredibly satisfying.

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Ingredients

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• 1 bag (10 oz) Birds Eye Steamfresh Veggie Made Original Riced Cauliflower, cooked

• 1 package (9 oz) Gardein Seven Grain Crispy Tenders

• 3 tablespoons Earth Balance Organic Whipped Buttery Spread

• 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced

• 1/2 cup chopped onion

• 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup

• 2 cups firmly packed baby kale and spinach blend, chopped

• 1/4 cup dried cranberries

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Instructions

1. Cook chick’n tenders according to package directions.

2. Melt buttery spread over medium heat in a skillet and add sweet potatoes and onions. Cook about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and almost tender.

3. Add maple syrup and cook 2 more minutes, stirring occasionally.

4. Add cooked cauliflower, kale spinach blend and cranberries. Cook about 2 minutes, stirring, until greens just wilt. Season with salt and pepper if desired.

5. Slice cooked chick’n tenders into bite sized pieces and sprinkle on top as “croutons.”

6. Serve warm and enjoy all that sweet, hearty goodness.

Notes

Add toasted pecans, pumpkin seeds or almonds for extra crunch.

Serve with a drizzle of tahini lemon dressing for a creamy finish.

Pair alongside roasted Brussels sprouts or a simple fall salad.

Nutrition info is approximate.

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Category: Main Dishes
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: Vegan Comfort, Harvest Inspired

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
• Calories: 395kcal
• Sugar: 15g
• Sodium: 610mg
• Fat: 16g
• Saturated Fat: 3g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13g
• Carbohydrates: 53g
• Fiber: 7g
• Protein: 11g