BBQ Chicken Baked Sweet Potatoes are the best combination of savory & sweet! Loaded with shredded bbq chicken, melted cheese, avocado, cilantro, and crispy onion strings, they’re a delicious break from the dinnertime rut!

These BBQ Chicken Baked Sweet Potatoes are the best combination of savory & sweet! Loaded with shredded bbq chicken, melted cheese, avocado, cilantro, and crispy onion strings, they're a delicious break from the dinnertime rut!

Ahhh… the good old dinnertime rut. If you’re the one who makes dinner for your household, you probably know exactly how it feels. And exactly how easy it is to get into!

The truth is once you cycle through your “go to” recipes enough times, it can be really hard to come up with new ideas. Around here? We seem to be on a repeat cycle of Fettuccine Alfredo, Chicken Tortilla Soup, and, if my kids have anything to say about it, Baked Turkey Sliders.

So I recently decided I needed to mix things up a bit… and my mind went to sweet potatoes. I absolutely love sweet potatoes, but for some reason I don’t always think of them. Until now! Because these BBQ Chicken Baked Sweet Potatoes are ALL I’m going to be thinking about for a while.

Perfectly roasted sweet potatoes topped with bbq chicken, melted cheese, diced avocado, fresh cilantro, and homemade crispy onion strings… this recipe is anything but boring. It’s delicious! And interesting! And will definitely get you out of whatever rut you might be in. You can thank me later!

what you’ll need for this recipe

Sweet potatoes – Sweet potatoes are the base of this recipe. I used 2 large sweet potatoes, cut in half lengthwise. You can also use 3 or 4 smaller potatoes.

Chicken – Shredded or chopped chicken adds protein and flavor and makes this an incredibly satisfying meal. I used 3 cups of chicken, but you can use more or less to taste.

BBQ sauce – BBQ sauce adds a sweet & tangy flavor to these sweet potatoes. Use any variety you like.

Cheese – Shredded Colby Jack cheese melts on top of the chicken and adds delicious flavor and texture to the dish. Substitute Monterey Jack, cheddar, or any of your favorites.

Avocado – Chopped avocado adds a creamy note to this recipe and pairs well with the other flavors.

Crispy onion straws – Crispy Onion Straws are the perfect finishing touch. They add salty flavor and a bit of crunch

Cilantro – I added fresh cilantro as a garnish. Red onion or fresh jalapeño would also be delicious.

how to make bbq chicken baked sweet potatoes

Par-bake the potatoes. Cut the potatoes in half and place them in a shallow baking pan with water. Bake at 400° for 30-40 minutes, until tender. Scoop out 1/4 cup flesh per half.

Fill & bake. Fill each half with bbq chicken and shredded cheese; return to the oven for 10-15 minutes, until cheese is completely melted.

Garnish. Remove from the oven; top with avocado, cilantro, crispy onion strings, and extra bbq sauce.

Recipe Variations

Substitute shredded pork for the chicken
Add drained, rinsed black beans
Use any type of cheese, such as Monterey Jack, pepper Jack, or cheddar
Substitute guacamole for the diced avocado
Add chopped or crumbled bacon
Substitute grilled or raw onion for the crispy onion straws
Add sliced jalapeños for a spicy kick

storing & reheating

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. To reheat, transfer to a small oven-safe baking pan and bake at 350° for 20 minutes or until heated through.

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