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Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Juicy Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes blend savory chicken with sweet potatoes for a comforting and customizable meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 potatoes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken (Breasts and Thighs) A perfect mix for tenderness and moisture
  • 1/2 cup Hot Pepper Sauce Adjust to desired heat level
  • 3 tablespoons Ghee (or Preferred Fat) Use coconut oil for a dairy-free option
  • 1/4 cup Coconut Aminos Soy sauce substitute for gluten-free option
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Opt for fresh garlic for a more intense flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust according to spice preference
For the Sweet Potatoes
  • 4 medium Sweet Potatoes Serve as the vessel for the filling
For the Drizzle and Garnish
  • 1/2 cup Ranch Dressing For creamy contrast
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Green Onions/Chives For garnish

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Oven
  • Medium Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Chicken: Place 1 pound each of chicken breasts and thighs into the slow cooker, evenly spread out.
  2. Make Buffalo Sauce: In a medium saucepan, combine hot pepper sauce, ghee, coconut aminos, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. Stir until well-integrated.
  3. Combine & Cook: Pour sauce over chicken in the slow cooker, cover, and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours.
  4. Bake Sweet Potatoes: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C), wrap sweet potatoes in foil, and bake for 45 minutes until soft.
  5. Shred Chicken: Remove chicken from slow cooker, shred, and mix back into the buffalo sauce.
  6. Assemble: Slice open each sweet potato and fill with buffalo chicken mixture, then drizzle ranch dressing.
  7. Serve Immediately: Garnish with chopped green onions or chives and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1potatoCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 1000mgFiber: 7gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize the heat by adjusting hot pepper sauce. Bake sweet potatoes for best texture and flavor.

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