BBQ Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes (Printable)

Tender roasted sweet potatoes filled with smoky BBQ chicken, melty cheese, and fresh toppings for a satisfying wholesome dinner.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 4 medium sweet potatoes, scrubbed
02 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
03 - 1 small red onion, finely diced

→ Meats

04 - 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie or poached breast)

→ Sauces & Dairy

05 - 1 cup barbecue sauce (gluten-free if needed)
06 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
07 - 1/4 cup sour cream

→ Garnishes

08 - Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Prick sweet potatoes several times with a fork, place on a baking sheet, and bake for 45-50 minutes until fork-tender.
02 - While potatoes roast, combine shredded chicken with BBQ sauce in a saucepan over low heat. Stir until heated through.
03 - Remove sweet potatoes from oven. Let cool slightly, then slice each lengthwise and gently fluff the flesh with a fork.
04 - Evenly divide BBQ chicken mixture among sweet potatoes, then top each with shredded cheddar cheese. Return to oven for 5 minutes until cheese melts.
05 - Remove from oven. Top with sliced green onions, red onions, a dollop of sour cream, and fresh cilantro or parsley.
06 - Serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The combination of sweet and smoky flavors hits every craving in one bite
  • Its the kind of meal that looks impressive but comes together with barely any effort
02 -
  • Let the roasted sweet potatoes cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing or they'll be too hot to handle safely
  • The size of sweet potatoes varies, so check them after 40 minutes and adjust cooking time accordingly
03 -
  • Rub a little olive oil on the sweet potato skins before roasting for extra flavor and slightly crispy skin
  • If the chicken mixture seems too thick, add a tablespoon of water or apple cider vinegar to loosen it up

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