Buffalo Chicken Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe
Buffalo Chicken Sweet Potato Casserole is a hearty and flavorful American dish combining tender chicken breasts, sweet potatoes, broccoli, and a spicy buffalo sauce, all topped with cheddar cheese, green onions, and turkey bacon. This healthy casserole is easy to prepare with only 10 minutes of prep and 50 minutes of baking, making it perfect for a comforting dinner or meal prep that serves 8.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Vegetables
- 2 lbs boneless chicken breasts (about 3 large breasts), cut into 1-inch cubes
- 5 medium sweet potatoes, diced into 1-inch cubes (skin on or off)
- 2 heads broccoli, cut into small florets
- 1/2 cup cooked turkey bacon, chopped
Sauce and Seasonings
- 1 cup buffalo sauce (e.g., New Primal or Franks)
- 1/2 cup avocado oil or olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
Toppings
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green onion
- Drizzle of ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing
Instructions
- Preheat and Grease: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Ingredients: Cut the chicken breasts, sweet potatoes, and broccoli into approximately 1-inch pieces for even cooking.
- Mix Buffalo Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the buffalo sauce, avocado or olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder, mixing well to create a flavorful sauce.
- Toss Sweet Potatoes: In a large bowl, add the diced sweet potatoes and half of the buffalo sauce mixture. Toss thoroughly to coat the sweet potatoes evenly.
- Roast Sweet Potatoes: Pour the coated sweet potatoes into the greased casserole dish. Roast in the oven for 30 minutes, flipping the sweet potatoes halfway through to ensure even browning.
- Combine Chicken and Broccoli: While the sweet potatoes are roasting, place the chicken and broccoli into the large bowl formerly used. Add the remaining buffalo sauce and toss to coat all pieces completely.
- Add Chicken and Broccoli to Casserole: After the sweet potatoes have roasted for 30 minutes, layer the buffalo-coated chicken and broccoli over the sweet potatoes in the casserole dish.
- Bake Until Cooked: Return the casserole to the oven and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Add Toppings: Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, and cooked turkey bacon on top. Bake for 5 more minutes until the cheese melts.
- Cool and Serve: Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Add any remaining toppings such as ranch or blue cheese dressing as desired and enjoy your buffalo chicken sweet potato casserole.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
- You can leave the sweet potato skin on for added texture and nutrients, or peel them if preferred.
- For a vegetarian version, omit chicken and turkey bacon or substitute with plant-based alternatives, adjusting cooking time accordingly.
- Ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F for safety.
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