Loaded Pulled Pork Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with Bacon and Cheese

Prep: 15 minCook: 45 min4 servingsmediumAmerican
Loaded Pulled Pork Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with Bacon and Cheese

These hearty stuffed sweet potatoes combine tender roasted sweet potatoes with smoky pulled pork, sharp cheddar cheese, and a creamy chipotle-honey sauce. Topped with crispy bacon, candied pecans, and fresh scallions, they make a satisfying dinner or impressive side dish for barbecue gatherings. The natural sweetness of the potato pairs perfectly with the savory pork and tangy barbecue sauce, while the chipotle cream adds a subtle heat that balances the rich flavors.

Gluten-Free

Ingredients

4 servings
  • 4 medium sized sweet potatoes or yams
    russet potatoes1:1comfort

    slightly different texture

    Full guide →
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ¼ cup kosher salt
  • 2 cups cooked pulled pork
    shredded chicken1:1protein-swap

    milder flavor

  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
    monterey jack1:1mild-cheesedairy-free

    less tangy

    Full guide →
  • 1 cup your favorite barbecue sauce
  • 1 cup sour cream
    Greek yogurt1:1lighter

    tangier and less rich

    Full guide →
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
  • ½ cup cooked bacon, crumbled
  • ½ cup candied pecans
    toasted walnuts1:1nut-swap

    less sweet

  • ½ cup fresh scallions, chopped
  • salt and pepper, for seasoning(optional)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 425 degrees

  2. 2

    Rub each potato with olive oil and place on parchment-lined baking sheet

  3. 3

    Sprinkle with salt and prick skin with fork to allow steam to escape

  4. 4

    Bake potatoes for 40-50 minutes or until fork tender

  5. 5

    Whisk together sour cream, honey and chipotle chili powder and set aside

  6. 6

    Cut a slit lengthwise in each potato and gently squeeze ends to open

  7. 7

    Fluff inside of potato with fork and season with salt and pepper

  8. 8

    Fill each potato with pulled pork

  9. 9

    Sprinkle cheese over pork and drizzle with barbecue sauce

  10. 10

    Top with sour cream mixture, bacon, pecans and scallions

  11. 11

    Serve immediately

Tips

Tip 1

Pierce sweet potatoes thoroughly with a fork to prevent bursting during baking.

Tip 2

Warm the pulled pork before stuffing to ensure the cheese melts properly.

Tip 3

Make the chipotle cream sauce ahead of time to let flavors meld together.

Good to Know

Storage

Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days. Reheat in microwave or 350F oven until warmed through.

Make Ahead

Sweet potatoes can be baked up to 2 days ahead. Chipotle cream sauce keeps for 1 week refrigerated.

Serve With

Serve immediately while hot for best texture and melted cheese.

Common Mistakes

Watch

Don't skip pricking the potato skins to avoid bursting in the oven

Watch

Avoid overstuffing potatoes to prevent spillover during serving

Substitutions

Dairy-Free Swaps

sharp cheddar→
monterey jack1:1mild-cheesedairy-free

less tangy

Full guide →

General Alternatives

sweet potatoes→
russet potatoes1:1comfort

slightly different texture

Full guide →
pulled pork→
shredded chicken1:1protein-swap

milder flavor

sour cream→
Greek yogurt1:1lighter

tangier and less rich

Full guide →
candied pecans→
toasted walnuts1:1nut-swap

less sweet

Find more substitutions →

FAQ

Can I use leftover barbecue instead of pulled pork?

Yes, any leftover barbecue meat works well. Shredded chicken, beef brisket, or even barbecue beans make great alternatives.

What if I don't have chipotle chili powder?

Substitute with regular chili powder plus a pinch of smoked paprika, or use a small amount of hot sauce mixed into the sour cream.

How long will these keep in the refrigerator?

Assembled stuffed potatoes keep for 2-3 days refrigerated. Store components separately for best quality and assemble when ready to serve.