Chicken Pot Pie Stuffed Sweet Potatoes: A Cozy, Healthy Twist
Enjoy a comforting meal with a healthy twist by making Chicken Pot Pie Stuffed Sweet Potatoes. This delightful recipe blends the classic flavors of chicken pot pie with the sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes, creating a satisfying and nutritious dish.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 75 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Poke holes in sweet potatoes with a fork and bake on a baking sheet for 45-60 minutes, or until soft.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, add olive oil, flour, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and thyme. Stir until combined.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth and milk. Cook until thickened.
- Add shredded chicken and frozen peas and carrots, stirring until heated through.
- Once the sweet potatoes are cooked, carefully slice them open and fluff the insides with a fork.
- Spoon the chicken pot pie mixture into the sweet potatoes and serve warm.
Notes
- Experiment with different vegetables such as corn or green beans.
- For a dairy-free option, use almond milk instead of regular milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chicken pot pie, stuffed sweet potatoes, healthy meals