BBQ Chicken Sweet Potato Skillet for a Cozy Dinner Night

This BBQ Chicken Sweet Potato Skillet is a comforting, one-pan meal, perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 portions

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 460

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Skillet

2 cups Diced Sweet Potatoes Cut evenly for uniform cooking.
2 cups Cooked Chicken Shredded; can substitute with raw chicken.
½ cup BBQ Sauce Choose a sauce you love.
1 Chopped Red Onion Any onion variety can work as a substitute.
1 cup Corn Fresh, frozen, or canned.
1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Replace with dairy-free cheese for an alternative.

For Cooking

2 tablespoons Olive Oil Substitute with any cooking oil.
to taste Salt Essential for seasoning.
to taste Black Pepper Essential for seasoning.
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be an alternative.

For Garnish

2 tablespoons Sliced Green Onions Can replace with chives.

Equipment

Large skillet

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat for about 1 minute until shimmering.
Add 2 cups of diced sweet potatoes to the skillet, sautéing for around 10 minutes until just tender.
Stir in 1 chopped red onion and 1 cup of corn, cooking for an additional 5 minutes until onions are soft.
Mix in 2 cups of cooked, shredded chicken and ½ cup of BBQ sauce, stirring until heated through.
Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the skillet and cover for about 2-3 minutes.
Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 460kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This dish is versatile; feel free to customize with additional veggies or different BBQ sauces.

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