Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes – A Spicy & Satisfying Meal 🍠🔥🍗
These Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are the ultimate balance of heat, comfort, and nourishment. Tender baked sweet potatoes are loaded with juicy shredded buffalo chicken and topped with creamy drizzle and crunchy toppings—perfect for game day, weeknight dinners, or meal prep! 💚
Why You’ll Love This Meal 💚
- ✅ Bold & Spicy: Buffalo sauce brings that crave-worthy heat.
- ✅ Wholesome & Filling: High-protein chicken + fiber-rich sweet potatoes.
- ✅ Great for Meal Prep: Bake the potatoes ahead and just reheat & fill.
- ✅ Customizable Toppings: Add your favorite fixings for crunch or creaminess.
🍠 Buffalo Chicken Sweet Potatoes Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes, scrubbed 🍠
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie or boiled) 🍗
- ½ cup buffalo sauce (store-bought or homemade) 🌶️
- 1 tbsp butter (optional, for richer sauce) 🧈
- Salt and pepper to taste 🧂
- Optional Toppings:
- Crumbled blue cheese or feta 🧀
- Chopped green onions 🌿
- Ranch or blue cheese dressing 🍶
- Diced celery or avocado 🥑
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
- Bake the sweet potatoes:
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pierce sweet potatoes with a fork and bake on a lined tray for 45–60 minutes, or until fork-tender. You can also microwave them for 8–10 minutes if short on time. - Make the buffalo chicken:
In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with buffalo sauce and melted butter. Taste and adjust heat or seasoning as desired. - Stuff the potatoes:
Once sweet potatoes are soft, cut open and fluff the insides slightly with a fork. Fill generously with buffalo chicken mixture. - Add toppings & serve:
Top with your favorite garnishes—blue cheese, ranch, green onions, or avocado—for the full experience. Serve hot and enjoy! 🍠🔥
💡 Tips & Variations
- ✨ Make it dairy-free: Skip butter and use a dairy-free dressing or avocado on top.
- ✨ Go low-carb: Swap sweet potatoes for roasted spaghetti squash or cauliflower steaks.
- ✨ Spice it up: Add jalapeños or use extra hot buffalo sauce for a fiery kick.
- ✨ Add crunch: Sprinkle with chopped celery, crispy onions, or shredded cabbage.
🌿 Nutritional Highlights
Sweet potatoes are rich in vitamin A, fiber, and antioxidants, while buffalo chicken provides satisfying lean protein. This combo makes for a nourishing, flavorful, and balanced meal.
🧊 Make-Ahead & Storage Tips
- ✅ Meal prep: Bake sweet potatoes and prep buffalo chicken ahead. Store separately and assemble when ready.
- ✅ Storage: Keep components refrigerated for up to 4 days.
- ✅ Reheat: Microwave or bake stuffed potatoes until warmed through. Add toppings after reheating.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use canned chicken?
Yes! Canned chicken works in a pinch. Just drain it well and shred before mixing with sauce.
Are these freezer-friendly?
The chicken mixture can be frozen, but it’s best to freeze sweet potatoes separately and assemble fresh for best texture.
What’s the best buffalo sauce?
Frank’s RedHot is a classic choice, but any hot sauce blended with butter can work beautifully.
Bold, Balanced & Fully Loaded 💚
These Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes bring the heat and heartiness. 🍠💬 Show off your version or pin it to save your next spicy craving!
