Description
Chili Loaded Baked Sweet Potatoes are a delicious and satisfying dish that combines the natural sweetness of baked sweet potatoes with a hearty chili topping. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this recipe is easily customizable and visually appealing, making it a standout on any table. With rich flavors and colorful presentation, each bite promises to be an exciting adventure for your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 pound)
- 1 pound lean ground beef or turkey
- 1 can (15 oz) canned chili beans (black or kidney)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp chili powder
- ½ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional: 2 green onions, sliced for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil.
- Wash and pierce sweet potatoes with a fork. Place them on the baking sheet and bake for 45-60 minutes until tender.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef or turkey until browned (7-10 minutes).
- Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet; sauté until onions are translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in canned chili beans, chili powder, salt, and pepper; simmer for 3 minutes.
- Once sweet potatoes are done, slice them open lengthwise and fill with the chili mixture. Top with shredded cheese and return to the oven until melted.
- Serve topped with sour cream and sliced green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg