This recipe combines the flavors of enchiladas with the nutritious goodness of sweet potatoes, making it a perfect choice for easy weeknight dinners. Ground beef recipes for dinner can be both satisfying and simple, and this dish is no exception.

With a cheesy enchilada topping, these stuffed sweet potatoes are a delightful twist on traditional enchiladas, offering a hearty meal that the whole family will enjoy.

Easy Cheesy Enchilada Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

These stuffed sweet potatoes are filled with seasoned ground beef and topped with enchilada sauce and cheese, creating a delicious and filling meal. This recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

• 4 medium sweet potatoes
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (15 oz) enchilada sauce
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Bake Sweet Potatoes: Wash the sweet potatoes and pierce them with a fork. Place them on a baking sheet and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until tender.
3. Cook the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef, diced onion, and minced garlic. Cook until the beef is browned and the onion is translucent. Drain excess fat.
4. Season the Mixture: Stir in the enchilada sauce, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
5. Stuff the Potatoes: Once the sweet potatoes are cooked, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly. Cut them open and fluff the insides with a fork. Spoon the ground beef mixture into each sweet potato.
6. Add Cheese: Top each stuffed sweet potato with shredded cheddar cheese and return them to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Serve: Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired and serve hot.

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 50 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 4 servings
• Calories: 380kcal
• Fat: 18g
• Protein: 25g
• Carbohydrates: 35g