Indulge in a mouthwatering delight with our Pulled Pork Sweet Potatoes recipe. Discover the perfect blend of savory pulled pork atop tender sweet potatoes.

If you’re on the hunt for a delectable dish that combines savory and sweet flavors into one irresistible bite, look no further than our Pulled Pork Sweet Potatoes recipe.

The next time you are looking to repurpose your pulled pork, look beyond traditional pork sandwiches and try using potatoes for an easy weeknight dinner. 

Juicy pulled pork is piled high on a bed of tender sweet potatoes, creating a harmony of flavors that’ll have you coming back for seconds. 

Eating pulled pork sweet potatoes is a delightful experience that combines savory and sweet flavors in every bite. 

The tender pork, tangy barbecue sauce, and creamy baked sweet potato create a harmonious blend that’s sure to please your taste buds.

If you enjoy the combination of pork and sweet potato recipes, be sure to try pork stew!

How to Make Pulled Pork Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Ingredients:

• 2 Large Sweet Potatoes
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• ½ Cup Colby & Monterey Jack Shredded Cheese
• 4 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter
• BBQ Sauce
• Sour Cream
• Pickled Jalapenos
• 1 Tablespoon Chopped Chives
• Salt & Ground Black Pepper, to taste



Directions:

Preheat the oven to 450 degrees fahrenheit.

Wash and dry the potatoes and use a fork to poke holes all around the potatoes.

Place potatoes on a rack that sits over a baking sheet and baste the potatoes with melted butter and sprinkle with salt and pepper.







Bake for about 30 minutes and baste the potatoes with more melted butter. Bake for another 25 minutes or until fork tender.

Split the potatoes and lightly fluff the inside of each potato with a fork.

Immediately place more melted butter on the inside of the potatoes and sprinkle with a bit more salt and pepper.







Sprinkle each potato with half the shredded cheese.





Place half the shredded pork on the top of each potato half.



Drizzle with your favorite BBQ sauce.



Place the jalapenos on top and drizzle sour cream over the top of them.







Garnish with a bit of chopped chives and enjoy!



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Tips for Making Your Sweet Potato Pulled Pork:

• If you’re short on time, you can cook the sweet potatoes in the microwave instead of the oven. Simply pierce them with a fork and microwave on high for 8-10 minutes, or until tender.
• Leftover pulled pork sweet potatoes make a delicious lunch the next day. You can make a big batch of potatoes ahead of time and store them in an airtight container for up to 1 week, just store the components separately and assemble when ready to eat.



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Pulled Pork Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Yield: 6

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 8 hours

Total Time: 8 hours 5 minutes

Indulge in a mouthwatering delight with our Pulled Pork Sweet Potatoes recipe. Discover the perfect blend of savory pulled pork atop tender sweet potatoes.

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Ingredients

• 2 Large Sweet Potatoes
• ½ Cup Pulled Pork
• ½ Cup Colby & Monterey Jack Shredded Cheese
• 4 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter
• BBQ Sauce
• Sour Cream
• Pickled Jalapenos
• 1 Tablespoon Chopped Chives
• Salt & Ground Black Pepper, to taste

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 450 degrees fahrenheit.
Wash and dry the potatoes and use a fork to poke holes all around the potatoes.
Place potatoes on a rack that sits over a baking sheet and baste the potatoes with melted butter and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Bake for about 30 minutes and baste the potatoes with more melted butter. Bake for another 25 minutes or until fork tender.
Split the potatoes and lightly fluff the inside of each potato with a fork.
Immediately place more melted butter on the inside of the potatoes and sprinkle with a bit more salt and pepper.
Sprinkle each potato with half the shredded cheese.
Place half the shredded pork on the top of each potato half.
Drizzle with your favorite BBQ sauce.
Place the jalapenos on top and drizzle sour cream over the top of them.
Garnish with a bit of chopped chives and enjoy!

Notes

Serve with cole slaw.

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