Description
Get ready to elevate your dinner game with the ultimate comfort food mashup – Loaded Crack Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes! This irresistible dish combines the sweetness of baked sweet potatoes with the savory goodness of creamy, shredded chicken, crispy bacon, and a tantalizing blend of cheeses. It’s a flavor explosion that’s sure to have your taste buds doing the happy dance.
Ingredients
Medium-sized Sweet Potatoes: For even cooking.
Shredded Cooked Chicken: Leftover roasted or grilled chicken, or cooked chicken breasts.
Cream Cheese: For a creamy filling; plant-based alternative for dairy-free.
Shredded Cheddar Cheese: Classic choice; try Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack for variety.
Ranch Dressing: High-quality store-bought or homemade for maximum flavor.
Turkey Bacon Bits: For crunch and smoky flavor; regular bacon bits can be used as well.
Sliced Green Onions: For freshness and color.
Salt and Pepper: To taste.
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub the sweet potatoes and poke holes in them with a fork to allow steam to escape. Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork.
2. While the sweet potatoes are baking, prepare the filling by combining shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, ranch dressing, turkey bacon bits, sliced green onions, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper in a large bowl. Mix until creamy and well-combined.
3. Once the sweet potatoes are tender, let them cool for a few minutes. Slice each potato open lengthwise and fluff the insides with a fork. Spoon the crack chicken mixture into the potato cavities and return to the oven for an additional 10 minutes, or until heated through and cheese is melted and bubbly.
4. Your Loaded Crack Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are ready! Serve them hot, garnished with extra shredded cheese, crispy bacon bits, or a dollop of sour cream, if desired. Enjoy the balance of sweet, savory, and creamy in every bite.
Notes
Choose the Perfect Sweet Potatoes: Look for similar sizes to ensure even cooking.
Adjust Baking Times: Cooking time may vary; check for tenderness with a fork.
Shred the Chicken Efficiently: Use forks or your hands for easier shredding.
Meal Prep and Storage: Prepare the filling in advance and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35-40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg