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BBQ Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

December 1, 2015 • By

BBQ Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

WHY you should give it a try:

Sweet Potatoes

  • Sweet potatoes contain an extremely high amount of vitamin A, beta-carotene which is a great antioxidant and also helps with reducing inflammation.
  • They are also rich in vitamin B and C, both of which are excellent immune system boosters that can defend your body from a wide variety of conditions and afflictions.
  • The high amount of soluble fiber and protein keeps digestion moving at a steady rate which keeps the colon healthy, keeps you fuller for longer and regulates blood sugar to prevent spikes and crashes and has been proven to lower cholesterol.

Chicken

  • Chicken is an incredibly common food being consumed today but I wanted to include the health benefits of it as a refresher course since it is such a large part of this recipe
  • Chicken is very high in lean protein which is essential for muscle growth and development, and helps support a healthy body weight and aids in weight loss.
  • It is a natural mood enhancer because it contains the amino acid, tryptophan. Whenever you’re feeling down, it can increase the serotonin levels in your brain which will enhance your mood.
  • This form of poultry is also high in selenium which is involved in thyroid, hormone, metabolism, and immune function.

 BBQ Stuffed Sweet Potatoes BBQ Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

WHERE to get the goods:

  • Though any chicken will work for this recipe, I recommend purchasing organic chicken from a local farmer or at least from a company that uses healthy farming practices.
  • Sweet potatoes can be found at any market. They are in season in the late summer and fall which makes this a great recipe to try when the seasons are changing. (Makes a great game day meal!)

BBQ Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

HOW to enjoy it:

  • Both the filling of this dish and the sweet potatoes can be made in advance making this a great recipe that can make during food prep day and reheated later for a quick meal that tastes anything but quick!

 

BBQ Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Serves 4
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Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
45 min
Total Time
1 hr
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
45 min
Total Time
1 hr
Ingredients
  1. 4 medium sweet potatoes, cleaned
  2. 2 chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
  3. 2 cloves garlic, mined or pressed
  4. 2 tbsp grapeseed oil
  5. 1 red pepper, chopped
  6. 1 medium red onion, diced
  7. 1/3 cup BBQ sauce (plus extra for topping)
  8. 1/4 cup green onion, diced for garnish (optional)
  9. 3 tbsp goat cheese crumbles, for garnish (optional)*
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Poke sweet potatoes all over with a fork, place on a backing sheet and bake for 45 min or until tender.
  2. While potatoes are cooking, heat oil over medium heat in a medium skillet. Add in garlic and onion and cook for 5 minutes.
  3. Add in pepper and cook for 5 more minutes.
  4. Turn heat to low and add chicken and BBQ sauce and mix well.
  5. Remove potatoes from the oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes. When they are cool enough to touch, slice each sweet potato down the middle and scoop out just a little bit to create a well where you will put your filling.
  6. Stuff each potato with bbq chicken filling, top with green onions and a little drizzle of BBQ sauce and serve immediately.
Notes
  1. *Other toppings may include plain greek yogurt, sour cream or shredded cheese.
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