Pomegranate Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Enjoy these stuffed sweet potatoes filled with the delightful combination of chicken, pomegranate, and walnuts. The goat cheese adds a creamy finish, making it a perfect blend of flavors and textures. Customize with your preferred toppings for a personalized touch!
Ingredients:
- Medium sweet potatoes
- 1/2 pound (225g) chicken breast
- 1/2 cup pomegranate arils
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons goat cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: grated cheese, chopped green onions, sour cream, or avocado
Instructions:
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1. Preheat Oven:
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
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2. Bake Sweet Potatoes:
Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly and pat them dry.
Pierce the sweet potatoes a few times with a fork or knife.
Place them on a baking sheet and bake for 45-60 minutes until tender.
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3. Cook Chicken:
Season chicken breast with salt and pepper.
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Cook the chicken until fully cooked, then shred it into bite-sized pieces.
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4. Prepare Filling:
In a bowl, combine shredded chicken, pomegranate arils, chopped walnuts, chopped parsley, and crumbled goat cheese.
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5. Assemble Stuffed Potatoes:
Slice sweet potatoes lengthwise and fluff the flesh with a fork.
Spoon the chicken and pomegranate mixture into each sweet potato.
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6. Add Toppings:
Top stuffed sweet potatoes with optional toppings like grated cheese, chopped green onions, sour cream, or avocado.
#Gluten-free #Egg free #Paleo #High protein