BBQ Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
These BBQ chicken stuffed sweet potatoes are a healthy, flavorful, and satisfying meal made with tender roasted sweet potatoes and juicy shredded BBQ chicken. Packed with protein and fiber, this easy dinner recipe is perfect for meal prep, quick weeknight meals, or a wholesome comfort food option.
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- ¾ cup BBQ sauce
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Optional: shredded cheese green onions, sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Scrub sweet potatoes, pat dry, and pierce with a fork.
- Rub with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
- Place on a baking sheet and bake for 40–50 minutes until fork-tender.
- In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with BBQ sauce, paprika, garlic powder, and pepper.
- Heat chicken in a skillet over medium heat for 5–7 minutes until warmed through.
- Slice open each sweet potato and fluff the inside with a fork.
- Fill with BBQ chicken and add desired toppings.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Bake sweet potatoes until very soft for best texture.
- Use enough BBQ sauce to keep chicken moist.
- Adjust seasoning to balance sweetness.
- Great for meal prep and leftovers.