Cook the chicken, rice, and sweet potato all at once.
Cover the rice and turmeric in a medium pot with water. Bring to a boil, then cover and cook for 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
Set aside after draining.
Cover the chicken breasts with water in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, then lower to a medium heat. Simmer for 10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
Let to drain for 10 minutes. Shred the cooked chicken with a fork.
The sweet potato should be peeled and chopped. Fill a medium saucepan halfway with water and bring to a boil. Cover and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until well cooked.
Rinse and mash the sweet potatoes with a fork or potato masher.
Serve the cooked items with the apple slices on top. If you have parsley on hand, add a sprig.