Description
A delightful fusion of sweet potatoes and BBQ chicken, perfect for family dinners and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions (for garnish)
- Shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) if baking.
- Wash the sweet potatoes and prick them with a fork.
- Bake in the oven for about 45-60 minutes until tender, or cook in an air fryer for about 25 minutes, or use the Instant Pot according to manufacturer’s instructions.
- Mix the shredded chicken with barbecue sauce, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Let the sweet potatoes cool slightly, then cut them open lengthwise and fluff the insides with a fork.
- Spoon the BBQ chicken mixture into the sweet potatoes.
- Top with green onions and cheese if desired.
- Serve warm.
Notes
Perfect for family gatherings and a healthy meal option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: main course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed potato
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg