BBQ Chicken Sweet Potato Skillet
A satisfying one-pan dish that combines tender sweet potatoes, shredded chicken, and zesty BBQ sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, diced
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 red onion, sliced
- 1 cup corn, frozen or fresh
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add diced sweet potatoes, seasoning with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they soften and start to brown.
- Add sliced red onion and corn to the skillet, stirring well to combine. Continue to sauté for another 5 minutes.
- Add shredded chicken and BBQ sauce, mixing thoroughly to coat the ingredients. Cook for another 5 minutes until the mixture simmers.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the skillet. Cover and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the cheese melts.
Notes
Top with chopped green onions for added freshness. Pair with a green salad or serve with crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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