Food Recipe Collections & Favorites Popular Ingredients 48 Easy and Delicious Recipes for Sweet Potato Lovers Want a delicious way to get your beta-carotene today? We've got four dozen ideas. By Betty Gold, Betty Gold Betty Gold is a food writer and editor with more than a decade’s experience working on titles such as Food Network Magazine, Bon Appetit, and Good Housekeeping. She is the former senior digital food editor at Real Simple and is currently overseeing all food and nutritional content for Well+Good as senior food editor. Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines Kimberly Holland, Kimberly Holland Kimberly Holland is a highly regarded food editor and content creator, sharing her knowledge on turkey basting, pizza making, and random food facts for dozens of nationally known brands. She has also been a market editor for over 10 years, highlighting exciting and new kitchen and home products. Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines and Samantha Leffler Samantha Leffler Instagram Website Samantha is the senior food editor at RealSimple.com. Prior to joining Real Simple, she wrote and edited stories about food trends, plant-based food, nutrition, and new product releases for Food Network, LIVEKINDLY, and Eat This, Not That. She also launched the US Weekly food vertical, where she wrote about the intersection of food and pop culture. She is a graduate of New York University as a University Honors Scholar. Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines Updated on June 7, 2022 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: HEAMI LEE Sweet potatoes aren't just an orange alternative to the regular white-fleshed spuds. Sure, you can make mashed sweet potatoes and even sweet potato fries, but these root vegetables are versatile and unique enough that they have their own genre of recipes you'd never dream of making with white potatoes, like sweet potato pie and sweet potato bread. Sweet potatoes are perfect for chilly nights, when you're craving something comforting and warm. They make delicious Thanksgiving side dishes too, when they're roasted and baked in all forms of sweet potato casserole. Additionally, they can also be cooked quickly enough to serve on a weeknight dinner plate. Family and guests will love whatever you make from our collection of the best sweet potato entree recipes. And don't worry, there are plenty of sweet potato side and snack recipes too. Each of these recipes was crafted to highlight what's so special about the potato—its natural sweetness, its creamy flesh, and its versatility. Whatever your reason for looking for a great new sweet potato recipe, these options are sure to offer something you'll enjoy making and eating. 5 Healthy Reasons to Eat Sweet Potatoes Today 01 of 48 Black Bean Tostadas With Sweet Potato and Poblanos Victor Protasio This recipe for Black Bean Tostadas is about to be your go-to easy vegetarian main dish—it comes together in just 35 minutes and is packed with heart-healthy ingredients, like cabbage, black beans, sweet potatoes, peppers, and fresh herbs. Crema ties it all together, and if you want to add even more richness, finish it off with a crumble of cotija cheese. get the recipe 02 of 48 Slow-Cooker Vegetarian Chili Recipe With Sweet Potatoes Con Poulos When you can't add meat to your vegetarian chili, you can bulk it up with lots of veggies, like red onions, bell peppers, sweet potatoes, and tomatoes. To round it out, two different kinds of beans add interest and bulk so this sweet potato chili has staying power, whether it's a weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing main for your next tailgate. get the recipe 03 of 48 Zucchini and Black Bean-Stuffed Sweet Potatoes Greg DuPree Here, cooking sweet potatoes in the microwave cuts down on cook time, meaning you can have this fiber-packed meal on the table in just 20 minutes. While the potato is cooking, the black bean filling comes together on the stove. Just before serving, top each potato with white Cheddar cheese, and serve with a lime wedge. And be sure to save any leftovers—the veggie-bean mixture would be great tucked inside tacos or on top of nachos. get the recipe 04 of 48 Easiest Sweet Potato Pie Roland Bello This easy sweet potato pie recipe requires just 15 minutes of hands-on work, in part because it calls for canned unsweetened sweet potato purée. The purée is then flavored with sugar, vanilla, and nutmeg. Once the pie is done, feel free to top each slice with a dollop of sweetened whipped cream. get the recipe 05 of 48 Vanilla Sweet Potato Cheesecake Victor Protasio This tasty cheesecake boasts just-enough sweet potato, ample cream cheese, and a brown butter-based graham cracker crust. The result is a dessert that's nostalgic yet elevated, and the best part is that it only requires 20 minutes of hands-on work. If you're in a rush, simply microwave the sweet potato before scooping out the flesh and mashing it up. get the recipe 06 of 48 Molasses-and-Chile Roasted Sweet Potatoes Caitlin Bensel You might think that earthy molasses is a bit too strong for sweet potatoes that have a barely-there hint of sweetness, but pairing the thick, brown syrup with the kick of jalapeño and tang of stone-ground mustard opens up a world of flavor. The sweet potato wedges are just a crisp-tender canvas for their great flavors. get the recipe 07 of 48 Seeded Miso Sweet Potato Bread Greg DuPree If you're eager for a bread that does more for your body than provide carbs, you'll be delighted by this sweet potato bread. Gut-friendly miso is added to a mashed potato with antioxidant-rich pumpkin seeds, and the loaf bakes up to form a tender, flavorful bread that's dense but airy. You can use it as a dessert—a drizzle of honey would be welcome—or as a quick breakfast with a smear of nut butter or a dollop of whipped cream cheese. get the recipe 08 of 48 Loaded Sweet Potatoes With Coconut and Kale Victor Protasio Microwaving sweet potatoes is a handy way to speed up the cooking process. You can shave off about 30 minutes of your total time with this step, which helps this sweet potato dinner come together in just 30 minutes. Kale and chiles tenderize while the potatoes cook. Hints of citrus juice and ground allspice elevate the potatoes' natural sweetness and earthy notes. get the recipe 09 of 48 Baked Sweet Potatoes With Feta Butter Victor Protasio Baked sweet potatoes are delicious in their own right, but when you pair them with a savory feta-and-butter mixture, you're gonna hit all the right flavor notes. The side of colorful kale and cabbage salad ties this easy sweet and savory meal together. get the recipe 10 of 48 Gnocchi and Sweet Potatoes With Hazelnuts Greg Dupree If you don't have time to make your own sweet potato gnocchi, you can get the next best thing: pillowy gnocchi with creamy pieces of sweet potato and a sprinkling of crunchy chopped hazelnuts. This dish looks simple—it comes together in just 20 minutes—but it still manages to be quite impressive if you need something you can cook to feed a friend, neighbor, or colleague in a hurry. get the recipe 11 of 48 Rigatoni With Sweet Potato, Oregano, and Parmesan Antonis Achilleos You might not think to pair pasta and sweet potatoes, but we promise this 20-minute meal doesn't disappoint. Here, baked sweet potato flesh joins rigatoni and sautéd oregano to create a flavorful meal. Top the pasta with Parmesan cheese and you're good to go. get the recipe 12 of 48 Sheet Pan Chicken and Sweet Potatoes Greg DuPree One-dish dinners are a dream come true for busy cooks. You can cook everything you need for your meal—in this case, chicken leg quarters and sweet potato wedges—at the same time, and on the same dish. This saves you time, mess, and a whole lot of effort. This dish is quite simple, which is why it's so great for weeknights. You can change up the herbs (it calls for sage, but rosemary would be good too) and switch the greens from watercress to butter lettuce or anything you have on hand. get the recipe 13 of 48 Baked Sweet Potatoes Joy Skipper/Getty Images Roasting sweet potatoes in the oven intensifies their natural sweetness. This classic baked sweet potato recipe renders perfectly cooked potatoes every time. You can eat them as is, right from the oven. Or, you can use this as a base for any number of toppings you might want to add. get the recipe 14 of 48 Mustardy Kale Salad With Roasted Sweet Potato and Apple Roland Bello Packed with protein and fiber, this hearty main course salad is a nutritional powerhouse. Combine the kale, roasted sweet potato, chopped apple, and almonds in a large bowl and drizzle with a tangy mustard vinaigrette. Once dressed, massage the kale with clean hands to make the salad more palatable. get the recipe 15 of 48 Cheesy Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes With Black Beans and Avocado Victor Protasio Once you've mastered the classic baked sweet potato recipe, you can take things one step further with a twice-baked option. Everything you love about a burrito is here: filling black beans, creamy avocado, and ooey-gooey Jack cheese. The sprinkle of crunchy pepitas (pumpkin seeds) is quite fun too, so kids and parents alike will enjoy every bite of this sweet potato recipe. get the recipe 16 of 48 Sweet Potato Buttermilk Pancakes Heami Lee Adding mashed sweet potatoes to pancake batter yields pancakes that are irresistibly fluffy, tender, and better-for-you. This batter also includes cinnamon, nutmeg, and maple syrup, which adds warming caramel and vanilla notes throughout. You'll also find buttermilk, which gives the pancakes a subtle tang. get the recipe 17 of 48 Farro Bowl With Sweet Potato and Pomegranate Vinaigrette Caitlin Bensel This hearty grain bowl includes nutty farro, caramelized sweet potato, crisp fennel, and salty feta. The healthy, vegetarian meal comes together courtesy of a pomegranate vinaigrette that takes everything to the next level. Trust us, you'll love it! get the recipe 18 of 48 Roasted Sweet Potato and Apple Soup Ken Kochey If you find yourself with a surplus of sweet potatoes, consider making this comforting soup, which calls for 3 pounds of the spuds. Here, sweet potatoes join forces with onion, celery, and an apple to create a simple soup that's perfect for those chilly fall nights. We love it with a side salad and a few pieces of dunkable, crusty bread. get the recipe 19 of 48 Cheesy Roasted Sweet Potatoes Marcus Nilsson These sweet potato wedges are topped with two varieties of gooey cheese, creating a balanced blend of sweet and savory. Plus, they cook in under 30 minutes, and require just four ingredients. They're so good, in fact, you may want to double the recipe—they'll likely be gobbled up that quickly. get the recipe 20 of 48 Italian Sweet-and-Sour Sweet Potatoes Roland Bello Roasted potatoes come in many forms, and in all forms, they're delicious. Here, potato rounds are baked until done in a sauce of red wine vinegar and brown sugar, a sweet-sour combo that's quite unusual for the typical sweet potato recipe. This is a great option for holidays, but it would be delicious on a weeknight too. It only requires 10 minutes of prep time; the rest is hands-off. get the recipe 21 of 48 Instant Pot Mashed Sweet Potatoes Larissa Veronesi/Getty Images You can get a side of smashed sweet spuds in record time with the Instant Pot. This countertop appliance cooks the starchy root vegetables to soft in just 30 minutes. For the most flavor reward, don't mask the sweet potatoes in butter and cream. Add a bit of zest with orange juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Maple syrup elevates the natural sweetness. 4 Easy Chicken and Rice Meals You Can Make in an Instant Pot get the recipe 22 of 48 Sweet Potato and Apple Soup With Cheese and Walnuts William Brinson The lusciousness of a sweet potato, combined with tender onions, helps give this easy soup a delicious creaminess without a speck of cream. Nutmeg brings out the sweetness of the cooked sweet potato and apple, and a side of tangy blue cheese and crisp apples is the perfect pair for this classic fall meal. get the recipe 23 of 48 Chickpea-Stuffed Sweet Potatoes Caitlin Bensel Need a bit more protein in your diet? Whip up these vegetarian chickpea-stuffed sweet potatoes topped with a dollop of seasoned yogurt. The chickpeas are flavored with a spicy cinnamon and cumin combo, as well as flat-leaf parsley and chives, but feel free to switch up the herbs if you wish. Basil, dill, and tarragon also work. get the recipe 24 of 48 Sweet Potato Puree With Maple Justin Bernhaut Sweet potatoes taste best when you use a sweetener that has a depth of flavor, like honey, molasses, or maple syrup. Plain sugar, even brown sugar, works well, of course, but the earthy flavors of the potatoes really highlight the special flavors of these natural sweeteners. In the case of this puree, maple syrup stands in with a kick of additional flavor from ground nutmeg. The sour cream may seem unusual here—it's standard in white potato purees—but it adds richness and a creaminess you can only get with dairy. get the recipe 25 of 48 Parm-Butter Steak and Sweet Potato Fries Caitlin Bensel This easy steak dinner pairs juicy hanger steak with oven-roasted sweet potato wedges and sautéed spinach, resulting in a balanced meal that's ready in about 35 minutes. A delicious compound butter flavored with garlic, fresh black pepper, and Parmesan ties the whole feast together. get the recipe 26 of 48 Sautéed Chicken With Sweet Potatoes and Pears David Prince If you prefer chicken to steak, give this simple chicken dinner a try. Here, skinless, boneless chicken breasts are served with sweet potato and pear pieces that have been sautéed and tossed with red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and fresh tarragon leaves. get the recipe 27 of 48 Sweet Potato and Bean Burritos With Corn Salsa Jennifer Causey These burritos are stuffed with crisp-tender shoestring sweet potatoes, fresh tomato-corn salsa, beans, and, of course, plenty of cheese. Pro tip: Make sure all of the ingredients are thoroughly cooled before you roll them up to prevent the burritos from getting soggy. If you happen to have any leftovers, feel free to freeze 'em! get the recipe 28 of 48 Quinoa With Sweet Potatoes, Kale, and Pesto Anna Williams Vegetarian meals suffer from a bad reputation of not having much staying power, but this vegetarian sweet potato meal doesn't lack in protein. In fact, it packs a whopping 14 grams per serving thanks to the fiber-rich quinoa and cubed sweet potatoes. One cup of the slightly sweet spud has 2 grams of protein. Plus, all of the ingredients in this dish provide a bounty of vitamins and minerals. get the recipe 29 of 48 Roast Chicken With Sweet Potatoes and Chickpeas Sang An Dinner in three easy steps: Pile ingredients on sheet pan. Roast. Eat. Potatoes tenderize, chicken cooks, and chickpeas turn crispy in the oven. A drizzle of pesto brings everything together for a dinner that only requires 20 minutes of hands-on time. get the recipe 30 of 48 Steak Fajitas With Sweet Potato and Poblano Sang An These fajitas are stuffed to the brim with sweet potato and poblano pieces, skirt steak, and sliced onions, but they take just 25 minutes to make. First, you'll sauté the sweet potato, onion, and poblano while the steak broils. Then, you'll combine sour cream and chipotle chilis in adobo to create a flavorful topping, and assemble your fajitas. get the recipe 31 of 48 Vanilla Sweet Potatoes Jim Franco If you think sweet potatoes can only serve as a lunch or dinner, behold a sweet potato recipe that works beautifully as a dessert. Once potato wedges are cooked to tender in the oven, you will drizzle them with a spiced maple syrup. The potatoes will wick up the syrup, leaving you with a special and not at all common dessert you can proudly serve. get the recipe 32 of 48 Chili-Glazed Pork With Sweet Potato Hash Con Poulos A hearty hash is a wonderful way to cook a variety of vegetables—in this case, sweet potatoes, shallots, and baby spinach—in a skillet until tender and crispy. A simple hash is good with any type of protein, but we really like it with this spicy-sweet glaze on pork tenderloin. Everything balances nicely, which lets the sweet potato hash be a special treat even on a weeknight. get the recipe 33 of 48 Sweet Potato Casserole With Coconut Chris Court If your family is fans of sweet potato casserole and always game to try something a bit different, delight them with this version of the classic holiday side dish. Shredded coconut, pecans, and brown sugar on top are decadent additions to the Thanksgiving staple. Get your scoop first, there likely won't be any leftovers. get the recipe 34 of 48 Slow Cooker BBQ Sweet Potato Bakers Max Kelly Dust off your trusty slow cooker and use it to whip up these baked potatoes. Each slow-baked spud is topped with rotisserie chicken—a real time saver—Cheddar cheese, barbecue sauce, and sour cream. What's not to love? get the recipe 35 of 48 Sweet Potato Pie qSang An There are two camps of holiday dessert fans: Those who can't imagine a Thanksgiving meal without pumpkin pie, and those who've not yet tried sweet potato pie. Once they do, they'll be converted. Prepare this easy sweet potato pie recipe in place of pumpkin pie. Some people may not even notice the difference with a dollop of whipped cream or a sprinkle of powdered sugar. get the recipe 36 of 48 Smoky Turkey Chili Caitlin Bensel Feed a crowd with this smoky chili that draws inspiration from Mexican ingredients like tomatillos, poblano peppers, and even a pinch of cinnamon. You'll also find a mix of beans, corn, and sweet potato, which round out this healthy yet comforting recipe. If you've got leftovers, just stash them in the freezer and defrost them before the next game day. get the recipe 37 of 48 Sweet Potato Latkes With Brie Cheese and Balsamic Vinegar Heath Goldman Fried potato latkes are never a bad idea, whether it's Hanukkah or a random Tuesday in April. These sweet potato pancakes, however, are special because of their use of sweet potatoes and the decadent addition of creamy brie cheese. A drizzle of balsamic vinegar is a sharp contrast to the latkes, but the combination of flavors makes for a delicious meal or side dish. get the recipe 38 of 48 Vegetarian Tacos With Sweet Potatoes and Corn Jen Causey Sure, tacos with beef, chicken, or fish taste delicious, but they aren't an option for vegetarians. This recipe features a satiating, meat-free filling made with a zesty vegetable and tofu mixture that includes sweet potatoes, corn, and shredded Monterey Jack cheese. get the recipe 39 of 48 Sweet Potatoes With Pecans and Parmesan Gentl & Hyers The nutty, salty combination of pecans and Parmesan stands in stark contrast to the faint sweetness of sweet potatoes. On its face, it might not seem like a combination you'd like, but once you see how well the trio of flavors work together in this sweet potato casserole recipe, you'll be convinced there's a beautiful balance in sweet, salty, and just a bit nutty. get the recipe 40 of 48 Roasted Sweet Potato and Bulgur Salad Charles Masters This simple salad has something for everyone—roasted sweet potatoes, hearty bulgur, peppery watercress, salty feta, crunchy pistachios, and pungent onion. You'll start by tossing the sweet potatoes with cumin and roasting them, then you'll cook the bulgur and whisk it with a touch of vinegar and olive oil. Once the whole grain is done, you'll assemble the salad and chow down! get the recipe 41 of 48 Sweet Potato Risotto Kan Kanbayashi No meat? No problem. This filling risotto combines sweet potatoes and rice for a veggie-filed version of the classic rice dish. If all you know of risotto is that you have to constantly stir, don't fret. There is stirring involved, but this sweet potato recipe won't require a constant vigilant eye. The whole thing is ready in 40 minutes, but is impressive enough to serve when you have friends over. get the recipe 42 of 48 Sweet Potato and Gruyère Turnovers Hans Gissinger Fill flaky crusts with silky, wilted Swiss chard, tender sweet potato, and softened onions. Bake with sharp Gruyère cheese for a fun, hand-held dinner that's especially satisfying on chilly fall nights. To complete this meal, serve with a green side salad and a hardy grain, like quinoa or barley. 9 Things You Can Make With Store-Bought Pie Crust (Besides Pie) get the recipe 43 of 48 Sugar-Crusted Sweet Potato Biscuits Martha White® Everyone loves a biscuit, and these baked goods are no exception. They're made with flour, brown sugar, milk, sour cream, and mashed cooked sweet potato, and yield treats that are fluffy, rich, and slightly sweet. Eat 'em solo or top them with butter and jam. get the recipe 44 of 48 Maple Sweet Potatoes With Spicy Pecan Praline Victor Protasio If you can't decide between sweet and savory, give this recipe a whirl. Sweet potato wedges are coated with a pepper-infused, buttery maple glaze, and then showered with cayenne- and lime-flecked candied pecans. While this dish is a no-brainer for Thanksgiving, it also works as an elegant dinner party side. get the recipe 45 of 48 Smoky Sweet Potato Burgers Alison Miksch Sure, you can buy pre-made veggie burgers at the grocery store, but meat-free patties are also surprisingly easy to make yourself. In this recipe, you'll combine sweet potato, beans, oats, and chia to create the base, and toss in a bit of chipotle chili to add a ton of smoky flavor. Feel free to make these easy burgers ahead of time and stash 'em in the freezer for nights when you can't figure out what you want for dinner. get the recipe 46 of 48 Spiced Sweet Potato Soup With Pistachio Dukkah Alison Miksch This thick and creamy soup is made with a pound of sweet potato, but you can also prepare it with a sweet potato and carrot combo if you don't have enough of the tuber on hand. The pistachio-seed topping is a riff on dukkah, a Middle Eastern nut, seed, and spice blend, and is perfect for those craving a little more texture in a pureed soup. We guarantee this simple yet flavorful soup will be a winter favorite. get the recipe 47 of 48 Sweet Potato and Flatbread Christopher Baker Whether as an appetizer or a main dish (served with a side salad), this flatbread is a simple way to satisfy your pizza cravings while also sneaking in veggies. Instead of mozzarella, this dish uses brie for an ultra-creamy topping. It's actually quite easy—everything cooks at once in the oven—so this could easily become your go-to option for game nights, book clubs, or anytime you need a simple but impressive option. get the recipe 48 of 48 Sweet Potato-and-Kale Tortilla Soup Alison Miksch This perfectly spiced tortilla soup is made with nourishing sweet potato and kale, which are joined by crispy corn tortilla strips that bring the crunch. Keep this meal vegetarian or stir in shredded rotisserie chicken for added protein, and garnish the whole thing with radishes, avocado, and cilantro. get the recipe Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit