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Flavorful Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

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A quick and healthy recipe combining spicy buffalo chicken with naturally sweet roasted sweet potatoes, topped with creamy Greek yogurt and melted cheddar cheese for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, washed and dried
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie or leftover)
  • 1/3 cup buffalo sauce (adjust to taste)
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or 2%)
  • 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped celery (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. Poke each sweet potato several times with a fork to let steam escape. Rub them lightly with olive oil or melted butter and sprinkle with a pinch of salt. Place them on the baking sheet spaced apart.
  3. Bake the sweet potatoes for 40-50 minutes, turning once halfway through, until a fork pierces easily and the skin is crisp. (Optional: microwave for 5 minutes first to speed up cooking.)
  4. While the potatoes roast, toss shredded chicken with buffalo sauce, garlic powder, and a pinch of black pepper in a bowl. Adjust sauce to your heat preference.
  5. Slice green onions and finely chop celery. Mix Greek yogurt with a little extra buffalo sauce or lemon juice for a tangy drizzle and set aside.
  6. When potatoes are done, let cool for 5 minutes. Slice them open lengthwise and gently mash the insides with a fork to create a well for the filling.
  7. Spoon the buffalo chicken generously into the sweet potatoes.
  8. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top of the stuffed potatoes. Place under the broiler for 2-3 minutes until cheese bubbles and browns slightly. Watch closely to avoid burning.
  9. Drizzle the yogurt sauce over the cheese, then sprinkle green onions and celery on top.
  10. Serve warm immediately.

Notes

If buffalo sauce is too spicy, add extra Greek yogurt to mellow the heat. Smaller sweet potatoes cook faster, so monitor to prevent burning. For dairy-free, substitute Greek yogurt with coconut-based yogurt and use vegan cheese. Sweet potatoes can be microwaved for faster cooking before roasting or broiling.

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