Taco-Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

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Roasted sweet potatoes filled with a seasoned ground beef mixture and corn, topped with cheese for a handheld meal kids love. This american-inspired kid friendly ready in about 60 minutes pairs ground beef, taco seasoning, drained corn kernels for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 3.7 (14 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 45 min Serves 4 American cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Scrub sweet potatoes clean, pierce with a fork, and brush with 1 tbsp olive oil. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt, then place on a baking sheet.
  2. Step 2: Roast sweet potatoes for 45 minutes until tender when pierced with a fork.
  3. Step 3: While potatoes bake, heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add 1/2 lb ground beef, and cook for 5 minutes until browned, breaking into small pieces with a spoon.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 1 tbsp taco seasoning and 1/4 cup drained corn kernels, cooking for 2 more minutes until fragrant and corn is hot.
  5. Step 5: Cut each roasted sweet potato lengthwise, fluff the insides with a fork, and divide the beef mixture evenly between them. Top each with 1/8 cup shredded lettuce and 1/8 cup shredded cheddar cheese.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Taco-Stuffed Sweet Potatoes take to make?

Total time is about 60 minutes (15 min prep + 45 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Taco-Stuffed Sweet Potatoes?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ground beef from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Taco-Stuffed Sweet Potatoes?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Taco-Stuffed Sweet Potatoes for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Taco-Stuffed Sweet Potatoes?

American kid friendly like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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