Loaded Sweet Potato Skins: 1 Healthy Cheat Meal
Enjoy a healthier take on loaded sweet potato skins, perfect for a satisfying cheat meal that feels good.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 75 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup cooked shredded chicken or turkey
- 1/4 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 2 tablespoons corn kernels
- 2 tablespoons salsa
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash the sweet potatoes and prick them all over with a fork.
- Rub the sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until tender.
- Let the sweet potatoes cool slightly, then slice them in half lengthwise.
- Scoop out most of the flesh, leaving a small border to create a shell.
- Mash the scooped-out sweet potato flesh with a fork.
- Stir in the shredded chicken or turkey, black beans, corn, salsa, Greek yogurt, and cilantro.
- Season with salt and pepper to your liking.
- Spoon the mixture back into the sweet potato shells.
- Place the loaded sweet potato skins back in the oven for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through and slightly golden.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- You can customize the toppings with your favorite ingredients like avocado, cheese, or a sprinkle of chili powder.
- For a vegetarian option, use seasoned black beans or lentils instead of chicken.
- Greek yogurt provides a creamy texture and protein boost, making it a healthier alternative to sour cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 loaded sweet potato skin
- Calories: approx. 350
- Sugar: approx. 10g
- Sodium: approx. 400mg
- Fat: approx. 10g
- Saturated Fat: approx. 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: approx. 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: approx. 50g
- Fiber: approx. 10g
- Protein: approx. 20g
- Cholesterol: approx. 50mg