Cheeseburger-Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
If you’re craving the ultimate comfort food with a nutritious twist, this creation will likely hit the spot.
Ingredients
- 4 large sweet potatoes, or white potatoes*
- 1 pound ground turkey, 90 - 94% lean
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Special Sauce:
- ¼ cup ketchup
- ¼ cup light mayo, or plain Greek yogurt**
Optional Toppings:
- Pickle chips
- Diced onions
- Chopped tomatoes
- Avocado slices
- Minced herbs, like parsley or chives
- Crumbled turkey bacon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F. Scrub the sweet potatoes clean and poke each with a fork or knife a few times on all sides. Rub them lightly with olive oil, and sprinkle with a pinch of salt. Place them directly on the oven rack, with a baking sheet on the rack below to catch any drippings. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until fork-tender. (Cooking time may vary depending on the size of your potatoes, so start checking at the 45-minute mark.)
- Cook the filling: While the potatoes are roasting, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground turkey, breaking it up into small crumbles. Once it’s more than halfway cooked, stir in the soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Continue cooking until the turkey is browned and fully cooked.
- Scoop and mix: Once the potatoes are cool enough to handle, slice them in half lengthwise. Carefully scoop out the insides, leaving a thin layer of potato to keep the skins sturdy and intact. Add the scooped-out sweet potato to the skillet with the cooked turkey. Stir in 1.5 cups of shredded cheddar until everything is well combined. Mix and mash until you have a thick and stuffing-like filling.
- Stuff and bake: Spoon about ¼ cup of the filling into each potato “boat.” It should be a generous mound on top of each half. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese over the stuffed potatoes. Increase the oven temperature to 425°F and bake on a parchemnt-lined baking sheet (optional for easy clean-up as it will prevent sticking) an additional 5-10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Make the special sauce: In a small bowl, mix the ketchup and light mayo (or Greek yogurt) until smooth and creamy.
- Garnish and serve: Top each stuffed potato with pickle chips and drizzle with the special sauce. Add your favorite toppings like diced onions, tomatoes, avocado slices, or fresh herbs for extra flair.
Notes
• Potato Choice: Sweet potatoes add a natural sweetness that perfectly complements the savory, cheesy filling. For a more traditional baked potato feel, white potatoes work just as well!
• Protein Swap: Feel free to substitute ground turkey with lean ground beef or plant-based crumbles for a vegetarian option.
• Cheese Options: Mix things up with different cheeses—pepper jack for a spicy kick, mozzarella for mild creaminess, or even gouda for a smoky depth.
• Special Sauce: The mayo provides a classic creamy flavor, while the Greek yogurt adds a tangy finish. You can test out both (mayo and yogurt) by mixing a teaspoon of each with ketchup and deciding which one you prefer. Variations:
• Bacon Twist: Add crumbled turkey bacon to the filling or sprinkle it on top for an irresistible smoky flavor.
• Tex-Mex Style: Season your meat with taco seasoning and stir in salsa, black beans, and corn for a bold, southwestern flair.
• Veggie Boost: Sneak in extra nutrients by adding finely chopped spinach, bell peppers, or mushrooms to the filling.
• Protein Swap: Feel free to substitute ground turkey with lean ground beef or plant-based crumbles for a vegetarian option.
• Cheese Options: Mix things up with different cheeses—pepper jack for a spicy kick, mozzarella for mild creaminess, or even gouda for a smoky depth.
• Special Sauce: The mayo provides a classic creamy flavor, while the Greek yogurt adds a tangy finish. You can test out both (mayo and yogurt) by mixing a teaspoon of each with ketchup and deciding which one you prefer. Variations:
• Bacon Twist: Add crumbled turkey bacon to the filling or sprinkle it on top for an irresistible smoky flavor.
• Tex-Mex Style: Season your meat with taco seasoning and stir in salsa, black beans, and corn for a bold, southwestern flair.
• Veggie Boost: Sneak in extra nutrients by adding finely chopped spinach, bell peppers, or mushrooms to the filling.
Nutrition Information per serving
Calories: 150Carbohydrates: 14gProtein: 12gTotal Fat: 5g— Unsaturated Fat: 4g— Saturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 240mgFiber: 2gTotal Sugar: 3g— Natural Sugar: 3g— Added Sugar: 0g
Nutrition information is calculated using a leading industry software. That being said, brands can vary, and there may be slight fluctuations in the numbers.