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High Protein BBQ Chicken Sweet Potatoes

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These loaded BBQ chicken sweet potatoes are a hearty, satisfying meal that hits all the right comfort food notes. Perfect for meal prep or a weeknight dinner.
High Protein BBQ Chicken Sweet Potatoes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 590 kcal
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Ingredients
  

  • 4 large Sweet Potatoes
  • 1.5 lb Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1/2 cup BBQ Sauce
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • 3 Green Onions, sliced
  • 2 tbsp Butter
  • Sour Cream for topping

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F. Scrub the sweet potatoes and poke them several times with a fork. Place them directly on the oven rack and bake for 45 to 55 minutes until they are soft when squeezed.
  • While the sweet potatoes bake, season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Cook the chicken for 6 to 7 minutes per side until cooked through and golden. Let it rest for 5 minutes, then shred or dice the chicken.
  • Toss the shredded chicken with the BBQ sauce until every piece is well coated.
  • When the sweet potatoes are done, cut them open down the center and press the sides to open them up. Add a pat of butter to each one.
  • Pile the BBQ chicken generously inside each sweet potato. Top with shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and sliced green onions. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 590kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 47gFat: 22g
Keyword BBQ chicken sweet potato, healthy dinner, high protein meal, stuffed sweet potatoes
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