BBQ Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes (Printable)

Roasted sweet potatoes loaded with smoky BBQ chicken, melted cheese, and fresh toppings for a hearty 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 (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

→ Garnishes

08 - Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped

# How-To Steps:

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, if desired.
06 - Serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The combination of sweet, smoky, and savory hits every craving in one bite
  • You can prep everything ahead and just assemble when hunger strikes
  • It transforms simple ingredients into something that feels like comfort food elevated
02 -
  • Sweet potato size varies wildly—if you get gigantic ones, you'll need more chicken and cheese to balance them
  • Letting the potatoes cool slightly before slicing prevents you from burning your fingers and keeps the flesh from getting gummy
  • The chicken mixture can be made up to three days ahead and stored in the refrigerator
03 -
  • If your BBQ sauce is too thick, whisk in a tablespoon of water or apple cider vinegar to make it coat the chicken more evenly
  • Scrubbing the sweet potatoes thoroughly before roasting means you can eat the skin for extra fiber and nutrients

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