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BBQ Ranch Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

BBQ Ranch Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes That Wow Your Tastebuds

BBQ Ranch Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes offer a delightful balance of flavors, making them a favorite for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 potatoes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sweet Potatoes
  • 4 medium Sweet Potatoes Natural sweet gems serving as the vessel for BBQ chicken filling
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken Can use rotisserie chicken
  • 1 cup BBQ Sauce Opt for a spicy variety for an extra kick
  • 0.5 cup Ranch Dressing Use store-bought or homemade
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Melts beautifully on top
  • 0.5 cup Green Onions/Cilantro Fresh herbs for brightness

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Fork
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather your baking sheet and parchment paper if desired.
  2. Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly and poke several holes in each to allow steam to escape.
  3. Arrange the sweet potatoes on the baking sheet and bake for 45–60 minutes until fork-tender.
  4. While the sweet potatoes bake, shred the cooked chicken in a bowl and mix in the BBQ sauce.
  5. Remove sweet potatoes, slice them open lengthwise, and fluff the insides.
  6. Spoon the BBQ chicken mixture into the fluffed sweet potatoes, drizzle with ranch dressing, and top with cheddar cheese.
  7. Place the stuffed sweet potatoes back in the oven for an additional 5–10 minutes to melt the cheese.
  8. Garnish with chopped green onions or cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1potatoCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 7gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 18000IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Poke holes in the sweet potatoes before baking to prevent them from bursting. Adjust ingredients to taste by adding items like black beans or corn.

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