Description
A delicious and hearty meal featuring perfectly baked sweet potatoes loaded with savory chili and topped with melted cheese. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) chili
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 1/2 cup sour cream (optional)
- 2 green onions (sliced for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly and poke holes in each with a fork.
- Rub the potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle lightly with salt.
- Arrange the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for 45-60 minutes, until fork-tender.
- Allow the potatoes to cool for a few minutes before slicing them open.
- Fluff the insides gently with a fork and fill each with chili.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese on top and return to the oven for about 5 minutes until melted.
- Serve hot, garnished with sour cream and green onions.
Notes
Feel free to experiment with toppings like avocado, jalapeños, or black beans for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg