Description
BBQ Chicken Sweet Potato Skillet brings rich flavors with minimal cleanup, perfect for busy evenings and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Diced Sweet Potatoes (Cut evenly for even cooking.)
- 2 cups Cooked Chicken (Can substitute with diced raw chicken.)
- 1 cup BBQ Sauce (Choose your favorite for the best outcome.)
- 1 medium Red Onion (Can substitute with shallots or green onions.)
- 1 cup Corn (Frozen or canned; drain canned version.)
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil (Can be substituted with another oil if preferred.)
- to taste Salt (Adjust according to your taste preferences.)
- to taste Black Pepper (Adjust according to your taste preferences.)
- 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika (Can substitute with regular paprika.)
- 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese (Use dairy-free cheese for a dairy-free option.)
- to taste Green Onions (Optional, can substitute with chives.)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Once shimmering, add 2 cups of diced sweet potatoes. Sauté for about 10–12 minutes until tender and lightly caramelized.
- Stir in 1 finely chopped red onion and 1 cup of corn. Cook for an additional 5–7 minutes until the onion is softened and translucent.
- Add in 2 cups of cooked, shredded chicken and 1 cup of your favorite BBQ sauce. Stir well to combine and allow the mixture to warm for about 3–4 minutes.
- Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the skillet. Cover and let sit on low heat for about 2–3 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Garnish with chopped green onions if desired.
Notes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: BBQ Chicken Sweet Potato