Buffalo Chicken Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe
A flavorful Buffalo Chicken Sweet Potato Casserole combining tender shredded chicken, creamy sweet potatoes, spicy buffalo sauce, and melted cheese. This hearty dish is perfect for a comforting family meal with a spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
Vegetables
- 3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
Sauces and Seasonings
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
Cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready for baking the casserole.
- Cook Sweet Potatoes: Boil or steam the peeled and cubed sweet potatoes until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain well.
- Mash Sweet Potatoes: Mash the cooked sweet potatoes until smooth and creamy to serve as a base layer in the casserole.
- Mix Chicken with Sauce: In a bowl, combine the shredded chicken with buffalo sauce until evenly coated.
- Layer Ingredients: In a greased casserole dish, spread the mashed sweet potatoes evenly on the bottom. Next, layer the buffalo chicken mixture on top.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses evenly over the buffalo chicken layer.
- Bake: Place the casserole dish in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden brown on top.
- Serve: Remove from oven and let it cool slightly before serving for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- You can use rotisserie chicken to save time.
- Adjust the amount of buffalo sauce to your desired spice level.
- For a creamier texture, add a splash of milk to the mashed sweet potatoes.
- Top with green onions or celery for added crunch and freshness.
Keywords: buffalo chicken casserole, sweet potato casserole, spicy casserole, baked buffalo chicken, comfort food
