Chicken Fajita Stuffed Sweet Potatoes (Printable Version)

Roasted sweet potatoes filled with spicy chicken, bell peppers, onions, and fresh garnishes for a flavorful meal.

# Ingredient List:

→ Sweet Potatoes

01 - 4 medium sweet potatoes, scrubbed
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - ½ teaspoon kosher salt

→ Fajita Chicken Filling

04 - 12 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
05 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
06 - 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
07 - 1 yellow onion, thinly sliced
08 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
09 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
10 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
11 - ½ teaspoon ground cumin
12 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
13 - ½ teaspoon dried oregano
14 - ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
15 - ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
16 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

→ Garnish

17 - ½ cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese (optional)
18 - ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
19 - ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
20 - 1 small avocado, sliced
21 - 1 lime, cut into wedges

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Prick sweet potatoes several times with a fork, rub with olive oil and salt, then place on a baking sheet. Roast for 40 to 50 minutes until tender.
02 - Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken, bell peppers, and onion; season with chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, oregano, cayenne (if using), salt, and black pepper. Sauté for 7 to 8 minutes, stirring frequently, until chicken is cooked and vegetables are softened.
03 - Allow roasted sweet potatoes to cool slightly. Slice each lengthwise and gently fluff the interior with a fork to create space for filling.
04 - Fill each sweet potato with the hot fajita chicken mixture. Top with shredded cheese if desired and allow it to melt. Garnish with cilantro, a dollop of sour cream or yogurt, sliced avocado, and a squeeze of lime juice. Serve immediately.

# Tips from hearthlykitchen:

01 -
  • It packs all the sizzle of fajita night into a naturally sweet, nutrient-rich base that keeps you satisfied for hours.
  • The smoky spices and caramelized peppers contrast beautifully with the creamy sweet potato, creating layers of flavor in every bite.
  • Everything cooks in about an hour with minimal cleanup, making it perfect for weeknights when you crave something special without the stress.
02 -
  • Don't skip pricking the sweet potatoes before roasting or they can burst in the oven, making a mess and losing precious steam that keeps them fluffy inside.
  • Use high heat for the fajita filling so the peppers and onions get a little char, that caramelization is where the deep, smoky-sweet flavor lives.
  • Slice the chicken thin and against the grain or it will turn chewy, even with perfect cooking time.
03 -
  • Roast extra sweet potatoes and keep them in the fridge, they reheat beautifully and make weeknight stuffing a five-minute task.
  • Toast your spices in the dry skillet for 30 seconds before adding the oil and chicken, it deepens their flavor and fills your kitchen with an amazing aroma.
  • Use a sharp knife to slice the peppers and onions uniformly so they cook at the same rate and look beautiful in the filling.

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