Bring bold, on-trend flavor to your menu with these hearty and satisfying Chorizo Stuffed Sweet Potatoes. Roasted sweet potatoes are loaded with savory chorizo, peppers, and onions—delivering the perfect balance of smoky heat and natural sweetness.
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 12 oz Smithfield ground chorizo
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup cheese (queso fresco or shredded cheese)
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Pierce sweet potatoes with a fork and roast for 45–60 minutes, until tender.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chorizo and cook until browned.
- Add diced pepper, onion, and garlic; sauté until softened, about 5–7 minutes.
- Slice open the roasted sweet potatoes and fluff the interior with a fork.
- Fill each potato with the chorizo mixture.
- Top with cheese and return to oven for 3–5 minutes, until melted.
- Garnish with fresh herbs, season with salt and pepper, and serve warm.