Creamy And Spicy Sweet Potatoes Recipe

Elevate your dinner with these creamy and spicy sweet potatoes! Inspired by a recent Friday night feast featuring steak and a vibrant beet salad, this recipe delivers the perfect comforting side dish. The smoky chipotle peppers add a delightful kick, balanced beautifully by the richness of butter and a hint of sweetness from the potatoes. Pair it with your favorite Cabernet Sauvignon (we recommend Bogle!) for an unforgettable culinary experience. Easily adjustable spice level and liquid to suit your taste!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 290 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Creamy And Spicy Sweet Potatoes

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How to Make Creamy And Spicy Sweet Potatoes

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Wash and pierce 2 lbs of sweet potatoes several times with a fork. Roast for 50-60 minutes, or until very soft and easily pierced with a fork.
  2. Remove sweet potatoes from oven and let cool slightly. Once cool enough to handle, peel and roughly chop them.
  3. Melt 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter in a large mixing bowl over low heat. Add the chopped sweet potatoes and mash until mostly smooth, leaving some texture if desired.
  4. In a blender, combine 1/4 cup chicken broth, 1-2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (adjust to your spice preference), 1 tablespoon adobo sauce, 1/4 cup heavy cream, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
  5. Gently stir the creamy chipotle mixture into the mashed sweet potatoes until well combined. Pour into a greased 8x8 inch casserole dish.
  6. Reheat in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 15-20 minutes, or until heated through, or microwave in 30 second intervals, stirring between each, until heated through.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

15g

Fat

69g

Carbs

6g