BBQ Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes (Printable)

Roasted sweet potatoes topped with BBQ chicken, cheese, and fresh garnishes for a hearty meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

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

→ 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 (optional)

→ Garnishes

08 - Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (optional)

# Method:

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 the potatoes roast, combine shredded chicken with BBQ sauce in a saucepan over low heat. Stir until heated through.
03 - Remove sweet potatoes from the oven and let cool slightly. Slice each lengthwise and gently fluff the flesh with a fork.
04 - Evenly divide BBQ chicken mixture among the sweet potatoes, then top each with shredded cheddar cheese. Return to oven for 5 minutes, or until cheese melts.
05 - Remove from oven. Top with sliced green onions, red onions, a dollop of sour cream, and fresh cilantro or parsley, if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • Its the kind of dinner that looks impressive but secretly uses up leftovers
  • The sweet and smoky combo hits every comfort craving
  • Everything bakes on one sheet pan so cleanup is practically nonexistent
02 -
  • Sweet potatoes can vary wildly in cooking time so start checking at 40 minutes
  • Letting the potatoes cool slightly makes them easier to handle without burning your fingers
  • The cheese will melt better if you dont overload each potato with too much filling first
03 -
  • Rub the sweet potato skins with olive oil and salt before roasting for extra flavor
  • If your potatoes are thick, try microwaving them for 5 minutes first to speed up baking

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