Buffalo Chicken Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe
This Buffalo Chicken Sweet Potato Casserole is a flavorful and hearty dish combining tender chunks of buffalo-sauced chicken, roasted sweet potatoes, and broccoli, all baked to perfection and topped with melted cheddar cheese, green onions, and crispy turkey bacon. Perfect as a comforting family meal with a spicy kick, finished with a drizzle of ranch or blue cheese dressing for extra creaminess.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins
- 2 lbs boneless chicken breasts (about 3 large breasts), cut into cubes
- 1/2 cup cooked turkey bacon, chopped
Vegetables
- 5 medium sweet potatoes, cut into small cubes (skin on or off)
- 2 heads broccoli, cut into small florets
- 1/4 cup chopped green onion
Sauces and Oils
- 1 cup buffalo sauce (e.g. New Primal or Franks)
- 1/2 cup avocado oil or olive oil
- Drizzle of ranch or blue cheese dressing to serve
Seasonings and Cheese
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease a 9×13 inch casserole dish to prevent sticking.
- Cut Ingredients: Cut chicken, sweet potatoes, and broccoli into small, bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
- Mix Buffalo Sauce: In a small bowl, combine buffalo sauce, avocado oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder to create a flavorful marinade.
- Toss Sweet Potatoes: Place sweet potatoes in a large bowl and toss with half of the buffalo sauce mixture until all pieces are well coated.
- Roast Sweet Potatoes: Spread the sweet potatoes evenly in the casserole dish and roast in the oven for 30 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure even roasting.
- Coat Chicken and Broccoli: While the sweet potatoes roast, add the chicken and broccoli to the remaining buffalo sauce in the bowl and toss thoroughly to coat each piece.
- Add Chicken and Broccoli: After the initial 30 minutes, remove the casserole dish from the oven, and evenly layer the coated chicken and broccoli over the roasted sweet potatoes.
- Bake Together: Return the casserole to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and is fully cooked.
- Add Toppings: Remove from the oven and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, and cooked turkey bacon on top. Return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving. Drizzle with ranch or blue cheese dressing if desired for extra flavor.
Notes
- For a spicier casserole, use a hot buffalo sauce or add extra garlic powder and pepper.
- The sweet potatoes can be peeled or unpeeled based on preference.
- Cooked turkey bacon adds a nice smoky crunch but can be substituted with regular bacon or omitted for a lighter dish.
- Ensure chicken is fully cooked by checking that it reaches 165°F internally with a meat thermometer.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Ranch or blue cheese dressing adds a creamy contrast to the spicy buffalo flavors and can be adjusted to taste.
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