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BBQ Chicken Sweet Potato Skillet

BBQ Chicken Sweet Potato Skillet: A Comforting One-Pan Wonder

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BBQ Chicken Sweet Potato Skillet combines tender sweet potatoes, smoky BBQ chicken, and melted cheese for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet
  • 2 cups diced sweet potatoes can substitute with butternut squash
  • 2 cups cooked chicken rotisserie chicken works great
  • 1 cup corn frozen or canned
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce use your favorite brand
  • 1 large red onion can switch with yellow onion
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika optional but recommended
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese alternatives include pepper jack or dairy-free
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil can swap with avocado oil
  • to taste salt & pepper essential seasonings
  • 2 tablespoons green onions for garnish, chives can be substituted

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 cups of diced sweet potatoes, seasoning them with salt and pepper. Sauté for about 10-12 minutes until tender and lightly browned.
  2. Stir in 1 diced red onion and 1 cup of corn into the skillet. Continue to sauté for an additional 5 minutes until the onions become translucent.
  3. Add 2 cups of shredded cooked chicken and 1/2 cup of BBQ sauce to the skillet. Stir and heat for about 3-5 minutes until warmed through.
  4. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top. Cover and reduce heat to low, allowing it to melt for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and sprinkle chopped green onions on top. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Feel free to customize your BBQ Chicken Sweet Potato Skillet to match your preferences and dietary needs, including adding jalapeños for heat or extra veggies for nutrition.

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