Are you ready to take your taste buds on a wild ride? Introducing the ultimate game-day snack or weeknight dinner: Buffalo Chicken Sweet Potato Skins! These scrumptious bites combine the rich, natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with the fiery kick of buffalo chicken, all topped off with gooey melted cheese and fresh green onions. Perfect for sharing—or not!—this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your household. Dive into this mouthwatering dish and discover how to elevate your snacking experience like never before!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- 1 cup cooked shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash sweet potatoes thoroughly and pat dry with paper towels.
- Pierce sweet potatoes several times with a fork. Place directly on the middle oven rack and bake for 45-50 minutes until tender when pierced with a knife.
- Remove sweet potatoes from oven and let cool for 10 minutes until comfortable to handle. Slice potatoes lengthwise and scoop out the interior, leaving a 1/4-inch thick shell.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken with buffalo sauce, ensuring chicken is evenly coated.
- Arrange potato skins on a baking sheet, skin-side down. Fill each skin with buffalo chicken mixture.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the filled potato skins.
- Return to oven and bake for 10-12 minutes until cheese is melted and edges are crispy.
- Remove from oven and immediately garnish with chopped green onions.
- Let cool for 2-3 minutes, then serve hot as an appetizer or main dish.
Tips
- Choose the Right Sweet Potatoes: Look for large, firm sweet potatoes for the best texture. They should be free of blemishes and soft spots.
- Make Ahead: You can prepare the buffalo chicken mixture in advance and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Just fill the potato skins and bake when you're ready to serve!
- Customize Your Heat: Adjust the amount of buffalo sauce to suit your spice tolerance. For a milder version, mix the buffalo sauce with a bit of ranch or blue cheese dressing.
- Experiment with Toppings: Feel free to add other toppings like diced tomatoes, jalapeños, or avocado for extra flavor and texture.
- Check for Doneness: Ensure the sweet potatoes are fully cooked by piercing them with a knife; they should be tender all the way through before scooping out the insides.
- Serve Immediately: These skins are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven while the cheese is still bubbly and the skins are crispy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 220kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
