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Easy Crockpot BBQ Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

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A simple, flavorful recipe featuring tender slow-cooked BBQ chicken stuffed into roasted sweet potatoes, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional: 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 4 large sweet potatoes (about 2 pounds total)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese (optional)
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • Optional: dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt

Instructions

  1. Rinse the chicken breasts or thighs and pat dry with paper towels. Place them in the crockpot.
  2. Sprinkle smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using) evenly over the chicken. Pour the BBQ sauce on top, coating the chicken well.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours, or on high for 2 to 3 hours, until chicken is tender enough to shred easily.
  4. About 45 minutes before the chicken is done, preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Prick sweet potatoes several times with a fork and place on a baking sheet. Roast for 40-45 minutes until soft.
  5. Remove chicken from crockpot and shred with two forks. Return shredded chicken to crockpot and stir into remaining sauce.
  6. Slice each sweet potato lengthwise, fluff inside with a fork, then spoon in shredded BBQ chicken. Top with shredded cheese while potatoes are hot to melt.
  7. Sprinkle sliced green onions over the top and add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Avoid lifting the crockpot lid during cooking to maintain heat. Roasting sweet potatoes gives better texture than microwaving. If sauce is too thick after cooking, stir in a splash of water or chicken broth. Use thighs for juicier chicken. Can substitute chicken breasts or other proteins. For dairy-free, skip cheese and use coconut yogurt instead of sour cream.

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Keywords: BBQ chicken, crockpot, stuffed sweet potatoes, slow cooker, easy dinner, weeknight meal, comfort food, healthy

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