Amazing Sweet Potato Recipes Perfect for Breakfast, Lunch, or Dinner
Amazing Sweet Potato Recipes Perfect for Breakfast, Lunch, or Dinner
We've all been there before: You bought a bag of sweet potatoes, but now you have no idea what to do with them. Sure, you could just make the same old sweet potato recipes you've made before by baking them in the oven. But what if you got creative with this versatile starch by making a cheesy casserole, spicy taquitos, or even fluffy pancakes with your leftover loot instead? These recipes use the popular alternative potato in mains, sides, and even breakfast dishes, so you can get the most use out of them beyond sticking them in the microwave.
If you're looking for tasty casserole dishes, check out the taco casserole or the sage Parmesan breadcrumb casserole. These are sure to upgrade any holiday dinner spreads, or just amplify your weeknight dinner selections. If you'd rather incorporate them into one harmonious meal, try the sweet potato and black bean tacos or the brown butter sweet potato gnocchi. These ideas also represent the endless ways to use sweet potatoes as a substitute for meat or noodles to create some tasty vegetarian dinners or low-carb meal options.
Check out our roundup of creative sweet potato recipes below that will put any extra potatoes to good (not to mention crazy-delicious) use.
Cheesy Beef and Sweet Potato Taco Casserole
Grab some tortilla chips or crusty bread to serve with this cheesy, hearty casserole.
Ham and Brussels Sprout Hash
With sautéed sweet potatoes and Brussels sprouts, give leftover ham a new lease on life with this tasty breakfast idea.
Sweet Potato Fries
In under 20 minutes, you can serve up some crispy sweet potato fries and a spicy dipping sauce.
Chicken and Veggie Skillet
For an easy cleanup, try this chicken and veggie skillet that will keep your family feeling full.
Barbecue Ranch Baked Potatoes
Using a sweet potato to hold this ranch-barbecue-shredded beef creation offers a more flavorful taste than a regular potato.
Chocolate Chip Sweet Potato Pancakes
Whether for breakfast or dinner, these fluffy sweet potato pancakes will brighten anyone's day.
Sweet Potato Casserole with Sage Parmesan Breadcrumbs
Don't limit this delicious casserole to holidays, as it's the perfect side for a variety of cozy, satisfying meals.
Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos
Add some spice to your weekly dinner roundup with these vegetarian tacos that you won't be able to get enough of.
Soul Sweet Taters
Brown sugar, pecans, and plenty of butter will make you wonder if this dish is for dinner or dessert! But...does it matter?
Roasted Rosemary Root Vegetables
No aroma quite compares to the rich flavor of rosemary, which makes these roasted root veggies irresistible.
Sweet Potato Pie with Marshmallow Meringue
Switch up the usual pumpkin pie with this sweet potato delicacy, topped with gorgeous marshmallow meringue.
Roasted Root Vegetables
A simple recipe for roasting a variety of root vegetables, including sweet potatoes, parsnips, carrots, and more.
Vegetarian Chorizo Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Ideal for a meatless Monday meal, these stuffed sweet potatoes are loaded with black beans, avocado, and vegetarian "chorizo" crumbles.
Get the recipe at Simply Scratch.
Sweet Potato and Black Bean Baked Taquitos
For a veggie-based midday snack or even a weeknight meal, these sweet potato taquitos are easy to put together.
Get the recipe at Cinnamon Spice and Everything Nice.
Slow Cooker Candied Sweet Potatoes
These candied sweet potatoes can be served any time of the year! Perfect alongside a roast and easily cooked in your Crock-Pot.
Get the recipe at Simply Scratch.
Sweet Potato Toast
For any low-carb eaters or just anyone looking for a fun twist on a midday treat, these sweet potato toasts are great for experimenting with different flavors.
Get the recipe at Boulder Locavore.
Spicy Spiralized Garlic-Cinnamon Sweet Potato Noodles
Break out the spiralizer for these spicy-sweet "noodles" that are begging for a handful of cheese sprinkled on top.
Get the recipe at Boulder Locavore.
Turkey Parmesan Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
For an easy dinner or quick lunch, these stuffed sweet potatoes are great for a heart-warming bite on a chilly day.
Get the recipe at Perry's Plate.
Basil Sweet Potato Feta and Sweet Corn Carbonara
With so many different flavors tied up in one dish, this carbonara alternative is a great way to incorporate tons of veggies in a sneaky way.
Get the recipe at Half Baked Harvest.
Sweet Potato Sausage Hash
Making a quick hash is a great way to whip up an easy dinner. Pull it all together by adding a couple fried eggs on top.
Get the recipe at Dinner at the Zoo.
Chicken and Sweet Potato Enchiladas
Hungry little ones will love these colorful enchiladas, especially when covered in plenty of sour cream!
Get the recipe at The Cookie Rookie.
Brown Butter Sweet Potato Gnocchi
Sage, brown butter, and Parmesan cheese are pulled together in a heavenly sweet potato gnocchi bowl of bliss.
Get the recipe at Damn Delicious.
Red Lentil Hummus and Sweet Potato Pizza
Red lentil hummus, sweet potatoes, and a creamy yogurt drizzle make for a delicious reinvented oven-baked pizza.
Get the recipe at Jo Cooks.
Chipotle Gouda Scalloped Sweet Potatoes
Your potato side dish repertoire just got a stunning new addition with this mouthwatering cheesy chipotle bake.
Get the recipe at Ambitious Kitchen.
Roasted Sweet Potato and Black Bean Chili
The only item you'll need after cooking up this cozy chili is a plate of freshly baked corn bread.
Get the recipe at Cooking Classy.
Pulled Pork Stuffed Hasselback Sweet Potato
These stuffed sweet potatoes are a meal in their own right, due to the tender barbecue pulled pork stuffed into every nook and cranny.
Get the recipe at Creme de la Crumb.
Sausage and Sweet Potato Soup
A dash of cayenne pepper gives this hearty bowl a spicy kick alongside the smoked sausage.
Get the recipe at Spicy Southern Kitchen.
Sweet Potato Biscuits and Gravy
Whether making breakfast, lunch, or dinner, these flaky sweet potato biscuits are the perfect vessels for creamy sausage gravy.
Get the recipe at Cooking and Beer.
Cajun Chicken Bowl
Sweet potatoes, avocado, and pineapple are brought together in this Cajun-seasoned bowl for a bite that you'll crave.
Get the recipe at Carlsbad Cravings.
Cheesy Chipotle Lime Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes
For a simple midday meal or a side dish at dinner, these twice baked potatoes are bursting with lime-infused, chipotle flavor.
Get the recipe at Recipe Runner.
Butternut Squash and Sweet Potato Soup
While this fall-inspired dish is great for a cozy night in, you can use it all year-round for a rich bite.
Get the recipe at Tastes Better From Scratch.
Sweet Potato Chili
In addition to your usual chili ingredients, add some chunky sweet potato pieces for an even heartier spoonful.
Get the recipe at Lil' Luna.
Pasta With Caramelized Sweet Potatoes and Kale
This pasta dish is nothing short of mouthwatering, due to the bold, savory taste from the caramelization of the potatoes and kale.
Get the recipe at Gimme Some Oven.
Peruvian Grilled Chicken With Spicy Green Sauce and Sweet Potato Wedges
The combo of these three items will deliver a truly memorable dinner, especially the gorgeous roasted sweet potato wedges.
Get the recipe at Coley Cooks.
Extra Crispy Sweet Potato Wedges
Keep these wedges simple with Italian seasoning and black pepper and make sure to line up a variety of dips!
Get the recipe at Baker by Nature.
Spinach and Goat Cheese Quiche With Sweet Potato Crust
This incredible quiche has the added benefit of being gluten-free, since the crust is made entirely out of sweet potatoes.
Get the recipe at Ambitious Kitchen.
Sweet Potato Sausage Cheese Balls
Great for hosting a large gathering, these bite-sized cheese balls are loaded with sweet potatoes, sausage, and chorizo.
Get the recipe at The Cookie Rookie.
Cinnamon Sugar Sweet Potato Fries
Get creative with these sugary sweet potato fries you can serve up for either an inventive side dish or dessert!
Get the recipe at Sally's Baking Addiction.
Chipotle Maple Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Instead of making any old mashed potatoes, whip these fluffy taters up for a sweet and spicy treat.
Get the recipe at Butter Your Biscuit.
Skillet Sweet Potato Shepherds Pie
A classic shepherd's pie recipe gets an upgrade by swapping in sweet potatoes for an even richer taste.
Get the recipe at The Recipe Critic.
There's so much more than sweet potato fries.