Description
Loaded BBQ Chicken Sweet Fries are a delicious, bold, and satisfying comfort food recipe packed with crispy sweet potato fries, tender BBQ chicken, melty cheese, fresh toppings, and creamy ranch drizzle. This easy loaded sweet potato fries recipe makes the perfect game day snack, party appetizer, or fun weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
4 large sweet potatoes, cut into fries
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1/2 cup barbecue sauce
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/4 cup red onion, diced
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
1/4 cup ranch dressing
2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. Toss sweet potato fries with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
4. Spread the fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
5. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and crispy on the edges.
6. Mix shredded chicken with barbecue sauce in a bowl.
7. Remove the fries from the oven and pile them onto the center of the baking sheet.
8. Top the fries with BBQ chicken, cheddar cheese, and mozzarella cheese.
9. Return to the oven for 5 to 7 minutes until the cheese melts.
10. Top with red onion, cilantro, ranch dressing, and green onions.
11. Serve warm immediately.
Notes
Use rotisserie chicken for faster preparation.
Bake the fries in a single layer for the crispiest texture.
Add jalapeños for extra heat.
Swap ranch with sour cream or chipotle sauce if preferred.
Serve immediately because loaded fries taste best fresh from the oven.