BBQ Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes (Printer-friendly)

Roasted sweet potatoes filled with smoky BBQ chicken, cheese, and fresh garnishes for a 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

→ Sauces & Dairy

05 - 1 cup barbecue sauce
06 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
07 - 1/4 cup sour cream

→ Garnishes

08 - Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped

# Directions:

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 - In a saucepan on low heat, combine shredded chicken with BBQ sauce. Stir until heated through.
03 - Remove sweet potatoes from the oven. Let cool slightly, then 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. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It transforms simple ingredients into something that feels restaurant-quality but comes together in under an hour
  • The natural sweetness of the potatoes balances perfectly with tangy BBQ sauce
  • You can prep everything ahead and just assemble when you're ready to eat
02 -
  • Sweet potatoes can vary wildly in cooking time depending on their size, so check them at 40 minutes and adjust accordingly.
  • Letting the potatoes cool for even 5 minutes after roasting makes them much easier to handle without burning your fingers.
  • If your BBQ sauce is particularly thick, add a splash of water or chicken broth when warming the chicken to keep it from drying out.
03 -
  • Line your baking sheet with parchment paper for easier cleanup since some caramelization might occur.
  • If your sweet potatoes are huge, slice them in half lengthwise before roasting to reduce cooking time.
  • Reserve a little extra cheese to sprinkle on top after the final baking for an extra cheesy finish.

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