BBQ Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Indulge in the irresistible combination of smoky BBQ chicken and sweet, tender sweet potatoes with this easy-to-make recipe. BBQ Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, delivering a delightful balance of flavors and textures. Customize each potato to suit your taste preferences and enjoy a satisfying meal that will leave everyone wanting more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub the sweet potatoes well and pierce them several times with a fork.
- Place the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for about 45-50 minutes until tender.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Season chicken with salt and pepper, cooking for about 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Shred the cooked chicken and mix it with BBQ sauce in a bowl.
- Once the sweet potatoes are baked, cut them open lengthwise, fluffing the insides with a fork. Fill each potato with the BBQ chicken mixture.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese and return to the oven for another 10 minutes until the cheese is melted.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed potato (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg