Jambalaya Stuffed Sweet Potatoes Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

These jambalaya stuffed sweet potatoes are a hearty and flavorful meal. The sweet potatoes are roasted until tender and then filled with a spicy jambalaya mixture made with shrimp, sausage, and vegetables. The combination of the sweet and smoky flavors of the sweet potatoes with the spicy and savory jambalaya filling is a match made in heaven. This dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or for entertaining guests.

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1hr 35minstotal
15minsPrep
1hr 20minsCook
1hr 35m.total
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1hr 20m.Cook
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Ingredients for Jambalaya Stuffed Sweet Potatoes Recipe

  • 0.67 Sweet Potatoes
  • 0.17 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 0.08 cup Diced Onions
  • 0.08 cup Diced Bell Peppers
  • 0.08 cup Diced Celery
  • 0.08 pound Shrimp, Peeled And Deveined
  • 0.08 pound Smoked Sausage, Sliced
  • 0.33 cloves Cloves Garlic, Minced
  • 0.33 teaspoon Cajun Seasoning

Directions: Jambalaya Stuffed Sweet Potatoes Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 400°F. Pierce the sweet potatoes with a fork and place them on a baking sheet. Bake for 45-60 minutes, until tender.
  • STEP 2.In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions, bell peppers, and celery and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • STEP 3.Add shrimp, sausage, garlic, and Cajun seasoning to the skillet and cook until the shrimp is pink and cooked through. Serve the jambalaya mixture over the roasted sweet potatoes.

Cooking Tips

  • You can customize the level of spiciness by adjusting the amount of Cajun seasoning.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like okra or tomatoes to the jambalaya mixture.

Storage and Serving

  • Store any leftover jambalaya mixture and sweet potatoes separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Serve with a side of cornbread or rice for a complete meal.
  • Garnish with chopped green onions and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for extra flavor.
Nutrition
value
321
calories per serving
13 g Fat22 g Protein28 g Carbs7 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    13g
  • Protein
    22g
  • Carbs
    28g
  • Fiber
    7g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    28g
  • Protein
    22g
  • Fiber
    7g

Fats

  • Fat
    13g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    76mg
  • Iron
    3mg
  • Vitamin A
    826mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    5mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    76mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    < 1mcg
  • Vitamin C
    96mg
  • Vitamin E
    2mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    86mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    267mg
  • Selenium
    27mcg
  • Zinc
    3mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp