Description
This BBQ Chicken Sweet Potato Skillet is a flavorful and easy one-pan dinner that combines tender sweet potatoes, juicy chicken, and smoky BBQ sauce all topped with melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal that comes together in under an hour with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups Sweet Potatoes, cut evenly for consistent cooking
- 2 cups Cooked Chicken (rotisserie chicken is a quick substitute)
- 1/2 cup BBQ Sauce (choose your favorite brand)
- 1 medium Red Onion, diced (can substitute with yellow onion)
- 1 cup Corn (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 1 cup Cheddar Cheese (or dairy-free cheese for lactose-free option)
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (or avocado oil)
- Salt & Black Pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika (regular paprika is acceptable)
- 2 tablespoons Green Onions, sliced (optional garnish, can substitute with chives)
Instructions
- Prepare the Sweet Potatoes: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped sweet potatoes and cook for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure they become tender and caramelize evenly.
- Add Vegetables: Toss in the diced red onion and corn. Sauté the mixture for another 5-7 minutes until the onion softens and becomes translucent, and the corn is heated through.
- Combine Chicken and BBQ Sauce: Stir in the cooked chicken and BBQ sauce. Mix everything thoroughly and continue heating for 3-4 minutes until the chicken is warmed through and all ingredients are well combined.
- Top with Cheese and Melt: Sprinkle the cheddar cheese evenly over the skillet contents. Cover the skillet and let it cook for 2-3 minutes until the cheese melts beautifully.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the lid, garnish with sliced green onions or chives if desired, and serve warm directly from the skillet for a comforting, hearty meal.
Notes
- For a lactose-free version, substitute cheddar cheese with dairy-free cheese.
- Use rotisserie chicken to save time on cooking the chicken.
- Fresh, canned, or frozen corn works well—just adjust cooking time slightly if using frozen.
- Ensure sweet potatoes are cut evenly to promote uniform cooking.
- Smoked paprika adds a smoky flavor, but regular paprika can be used if unavailable.
- Feel free to customize with additional veggies or spices to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
