BBQ Chicken Sweet Potato Skillet
Discover how to make BBQ Chicken Sweet Potato Skillet . A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.
20
Prep Time
35
Cook Time
55
Total Time
6
Servings
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Discover how to make BBQ Chicken Sweet Potato Skillet . A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.
Ingredients
Instructions
Step 1
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place a 12-inch oven-safe skillet in the oven while it preheats to get it hot.
Step 2
2. In a large bowl, toss the diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
Step 3
3. Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven and add the sweet potatoes in an even layer. Return to the oven and roast for 20 minutes, stirring once halfway through.
Step 4
4. While the sweet potatoes roast, prepare the BBQ chicken mixture. In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken, BBQ sauce, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Mix until the chicken is evenly coated.
Step 5
5. After 20 minutes, remove the skillet from the oven. Add the sliced red onion, corn kernels, and red bell pepper (if using) to the sweet potatoes. Stir to combine.
Step 6
6. Spoon the BBQ chicken mixture evenly over the vegetables in the skillet.
Step 7
7. Return the skillet to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the chicken is heated through and the vegetables are tender.
Step 8
8. Remove from the oven and sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top. Return to the oven for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Step 9
9. Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with sliced green onions and fresh cilantro if desired.
You Must Know
- ✓For extra crispy sweet potatoes, ensure they're cut into uniform pieces and don't overcrowd the skillet
- ✓Let the skillet preheat in the oven for at least 10 minutes before adding the sweet potatoes
- ✓Use a cast-iron skillet for the best heat distribution and crispy edges
Chef's Notes
For extra crispy sweet potatoes, ensure they're cut into uniform pieces and don't overcrowd the skillet
Let the skillet preheat in the oven for at least 10 minutes before adding the sweet potatoes
Use a cast-iron skillet for the best heat distribution and crispy edges
Serving Suggestions
Serve this hearty skillet with a simple green salad dressed with vinaigrette to balance the richness. It pairs wonderfully with cornbread or crusty bread to soak up the BBQ sauce. This dish is perfect for family dinners, casual gatherings, or meal prep for the week ahead.
Nutritional Info (Per Serving)
420
Calories
28g
Protein
42g
Carbs
18g
Fat
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BBQ Chicken Sweet Potato Skillet
Discover how to make BBQ Chicken Sweet Potato Skillet . A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.
Ingredients (18)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place a 12-inch oven-safe skillet in the oven while it preheats to get it hot.
- In a large bowl, toss the diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven and add the sweet potatoes in an even layer. Return to the oven and roast for 20 minutes, stirring once halfway through.
- While the sweet potatoes roast, prepare the BBQ chicken mixture. In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken, BBQ sauce, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Mix until the chicken is evenly coated.
- After 20 minutes, remove the skillet from the oven. Add the sliced red onion, corn kernels, and red bell pepper (if using) to the sweet potatoes. Stir to combine.
- Spoon the BBQ chicken mixture evenly over the vegetables in the skillet.
- Return the skillet to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the chicken is heated through and the vegetables are tender.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top. Return to the oven for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with sliced green onions and fresh cilantro if desired.
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