Sticky Bacon Sweet Potato Jackets
Experience pure comfort food bliss with these Sticky Bacon Sweet Potato Jackets—an irresistible combination of sweet, smoky, and savory flavors that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Perfectly roasted sweet potatoes serve as a base, their fluffy interiors enhanced with melted butter, smoked paprika, and a touch of seasoning. The star of the show, however, is the sticky bacon topping—crisp, caramelized bacon pieces glazed in brown sugar for a delightful crunch and sweetness in every bite. Finished with a sprinkling of fresh green onions and an optional dollop of creamy sour cream, these loaded sweet potatoes are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Ideal for hearty weeknight dinners or show-stopping side dishes, this easy-to-make recipe is guaranteed to impress. Ready in just over an hour with minimal hands-on prep, these sweet potato jackets are your new go-to comfort food!
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Ingredients
- 4 large sweet potatoes
- 6 slices bacon
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 stalks green onions
- 4 tablespoons sour cream (optional for serving)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2
Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes thoroughly. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
Step 3
Pierce each sweet potato several times with a fork, then place them directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet.
Step 4
Bake the sweet potatoes for 50-60 minutes, or until they are tender and can be easily pierced with a knife.
Step 5
While the sweet potatoes bake, prepare the sticky bacon filling. Chop the bacon slices into small pieces.
Step 6
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped bacon and cook until it starts to crisp, about 5-7 minutes. Remove excess grease from the skillet, leaving about 1 tablespoon behind.
Step 7
Sprinkle the brown sugar over the bacon in the skillet and stir continuously until the sugar melts and coats the bacon, about 2-3 minutes. Remove the skillet from heat and set aside.
Step 8
Once the sweet potatoes are done baking, carefully remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly for about 5 minutes.
Step 9
Slice each sweet potato lengthwise down the middle, being careful not to cut all the way through. Gently push the sides of the potato to create a pocket for the filling.
Step 10
Fluff the sweet potato flesh inside with a fork and mix in a small pat of butter (about 1/2 tablespoon per potato). Season the inside with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
Step 11
Divide the sticky bacon mixture evenly into the sweet potato pockets. Sprinkle chopped green onions over the top of each potato.
Step 12
Serve immediately. Optionally, add a dollop of sour cream to each sweet potato jacket for extra creaminess.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (909.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1255.7 |
| Total Fat 50.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 24.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.6g | |
| Cholesterol 143.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2561.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 170.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 23.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 53.0g | |
| Protein 30.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 12.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 331.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 491.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories