Happy Saturday. It happened. The cold/flu/virus that took everyone out over the holidays finally came for me, too. Thankfully, there are plenty of things to keep me busy while I rot in bed. First and foremost, I’ll watch the new movie adaptation of my favorite romance novel — which, according to the author, has at least one gasp-worthy difference. But also, I’ll…
These Easy, Protein-Packed Sweet Potato Stacks Will Make Your Week
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While some people are going all in on habit stacking right now, we’re stacking something even better: Pinch of Yum’s Roasted Sweet Potato Stacks with Chipotle Sauce. Halved sweet potatoes get roasted until they’re perfectly caramelized, then they’re piled high with spicy ground chicken, a ridiculously good chipotle sauce, and all your favorite fixings (avocado, cilantro, pickled red onions, chili crisp). It’s weeknight-friendly and protein-packed, and the build-your-own setup means everyone gets exactly what they want. Plus, the leftovers are legitimately worth looking forward to — which might explain why nearly every commenter called it basically perfect.
The Time Commitment: One hour.
Key Tips: If your sweet potatoes don’t come out as crispy as you’d like, Lindsay Ostrom (aka Pinch of Yum) suggests a quick sear in a buttered skillet before serving. The dish is also wildly adaptable: Swap the ground chicken for beef, turkey, or tofu crumbles; add black beans for extra fiber; and top with crushed tortilla chips for additional crunch.
Other Takes: For more proof that sweet potatoes are the ultimate dinner workhorse, try...
Smashed Feta Sweet Potato Boats. Another flavor-packed excuse to use a sweet potato as a vehicle for everything good — namely, tangy cheese, crunchy chickpeas, and silky tahini.
