Description
Savory, smoky, and satisfyingly sweet — these BBQ chicken stuffed sweet potatoes are the ultimate combo of flavor and comfort. Perfectly roasted sweet potatoes filled with tender chicken, tangy BBQ sauce, and melty smoked cheddar make a hearty meal with a burst of fresh toppings.
Ingredients
4 small sweet potatoes, scrubbed and dried
2 chicken breasts (~1 lb), pounded evenly
Homemade seasoned salt (or salt + pepper + garlic powder)
Your favorite BBQ sauce
4 oz smoked cheddar cheese, shredded
Optional Toppings
Minced red onion
Chopped fresh cilantro
Chopped avocado
Mild pepper rings
Instructions
Bake Potatoes: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pierce sweet potatoes with a fork and place on a baking sheet. Bake for 45–50 minutes, until soft.
Cook Chicken: Season chicken with seasoned salt. Grill or pan-cook over medium heat until cooked through (internal temp of 165°F). Shred with two forks.
Mix with BBQ Sauce: Toss shredded chicken with BBQ sauce to taste.
Assemble: Slice baked sweet potatoes open lengthwise. Gently mash insides with a fork. Fill with BBQ chicken and sprinkle with smoked cheddar.
Melt Cheese: Place under broiler for 1–2 minutes to melt cheese if desired.
Add Toppings: Garnish with red onion, cilantro, avocado, or pepper rings.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 45 min
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g