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Buffalo Chicken-Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Cultural Context

Buffalo chicken originated in Buffalo, New York, and has become a beloved American dish, known for its spicy, tangy flavor. Stuffing sweet potatoes with this classic filling adds a nutritious twist, making it a hearty meal. Today, variations abound, with many opting for healthier ingredients or different types of sauces, but the essence of the dish remains a favorite for game-day gatherings and casual dinners alike.

AmericanUSmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
4 medium sweet potatoes
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1/2 cup buffalo sauce
4 oz cream cheese
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1/4 cup green onions, chopped
1/4 cup ranch dressing
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: monterey jack cheese

Monterey jack provides similar meltiness at a lower cost.

1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

2

Wash and pierce the sweet potatoes with a fork.

3

Place the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.

4

Sprinkle with salt and black pepper, then bake for 45-60 minutes until tender.

5

In a mixing bowl, combine cooked chicken, buffalo sauce, cream cheese, and spices.

6

Mix until well combined and creamy.

7

Once sweet potatoes are done, let them cool slightly before slicing them open.

8

Scoop out a portion of the sweet potato flesh and mix it into the chicken mixture.

9

Stuff the sweet potato skins with the buffalo chicken mixture.

10

Top each stuffed potato with cheddar cheese.

11

Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

12

Garnish with chopped green onions and drizzle with ranch dressing before serving.

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