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Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes Recipe

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  • Author: Chef
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes blend tender shredded chicken tossed in spicy buffalo sauce with creamy Greek yogurt and melted cheddar cheese, all nestled inside fluffy baked sweet potatoes. This dish offers a delicious, protein-packed, and comforting meal with a lighter, healthier twist perfect for a satisfying main course.

Ingredients

Sweet Potatoes

  • 4 medium sweet potatoes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Buffalo Chicken Filling

  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Toppings & Garnishes

  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or cilantro

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) so it reaches the ideal temperature for roasting the sweet potatoes evenly.
  2. Prepare the sweet potatoes: Pierce each sweet potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape during baking, then rub them lightly with olive oil for a roasted flavor and crisp skin.
  3. Bake the potatoes: Place the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for 45 to 55 minutes until they become tender and easily pierced with a fork.
  4. Mix the buffalo chicken filling: While the potatoes bake, combine shredded chicken with buffalo sauce, Greek yogurt, garlic powder, and black pepper in a bowl, mixing well to create a creamy, spicy filling.
  5. Cool and slice potatoes: Remove the baked sweet potatoes from the oven and let them cool slightly before slicing each potato lengthwise down the center, gently opening them up without breaking the skin.
  6. Fluff the potato flesh: Use a fork to fluff the inside of each sweet potato, creating a soft base to hold the filling.
  7. Fill the sweet potatoes: Spoon the buffalo chicken mixture generously into the opened sweet potatoes, distributing the filling evenly.
  8. Add cheese and melt: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over each filled potato, then return them to the oven for about 5 minutes to melt the cheese beautifully.
  9. Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven and top with sliced green onions and fresh parsley or cilantro for a pop of color and fresh flavor before serving.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken to save time and add rich flavor.
  • Add diced celery to the buffalo chicken mixture for extra crunch and freshness.
  • Swap shredded cheddar with crumbled blue cheese for a traditional Buffalo wing flavor profile.
  • Serve with extra Greek yogurt as a healthier alternative to ranch dressing.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://kitchenmartha.com/buffalo-chicken-stuffed-sweet-potatoes-recipe/