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BBQ Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes Recipe

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5 from 83 reviews
  • Author: Rafael
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 5 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Delicious BBQ Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes featuring tender baked sweet potatoes filled with smoky barbecue chicken, enhanced with honey and chili powder for a perfect balance of flavors. Optional toppings like quick-pickled red onions, Mexican street corn salad, and fresh cilantro add vibrant freshness and texture, making this meal a wholesome and satisfying dinner option.

Ingredients

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Sweet Potatoes

  • 5 medium sweet potatoes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 ¾ teaspoons salt, divided

BBQ Chicken Filling

  • 3 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder

Optional Toppings

  • Quick-pickled red onions
  • Mexican street corn salad
  • Fresh cilantro, finely chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Preheat your oven to 425°F. Poke holes all over each sweet potato using a large fork to allow steam to escape during baking. Drizzle the potatoes with olive oil and use your hands to rub it evenly over their surfaces. Sprinkle each potato with ¼ teaspoon of salt for seasoning.
  2. Bake Sweet Potatoes: Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange the prepared sweet potatoes on the sheet, spacing them evenly. Cover with a piece of aluminum foil and bake for 45-60 minutes, until a knife easily pierces the thickest part of the largest potato, indicating they are fully cooked and tender.
  3. Prepare BBQ Chicken Filling: While the potatoes bake, warm a large skillet over medium heat. Add shredded cooked chicken, barbecue sauce, honey, ½ teaspoon chili powder, and ½ teaspoon salt. Stir the ingredients together and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is thoroughly heated and the flavors meld.
  4. Assemble and Serve: Once the sweet potatoes are baked, slice them open and fluff the interior. Spoon generous portions of the warm BBQ chicken filling into the sweet potatoes. Top with optional quick-pickled red onions, Mexican street corn salad, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro to enhance flavor and add freshness. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • You can prepare the BBQ chicken filling in advance and reheat when ready to serve.
  • Use gluten-free barbecue sauce to make this recipe gluten-free.
  • Adjust the chili powder amount based on your spice preference.
  • Quick-pickled red onions can be made by soaking thinly sliced onions in vinegar, sugar, and salt for at least 30 minutes.
  • Mexican street corn salad adds creaminess and zest but can be omitted or substituted with your favorite salad.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: BBQ chicken, stuffed sweet potatoes, baked sweet potatoes, barbecue chicken recipe, healthy dinner, easy weeknight meal, gluten-free dinner

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