This recipe is exactly why keeping pulled pork in the freezer is such a lifesaver. These BBQ Pulled Pork Stuffed Sweet Potatoes turn leftovers into a completely different dinner with almost no extra work. The sweet potatoes add natural sweetness and fiber while the smoky pulled pork makes the meal hearty and satisfying.

This is one of those easy “assembly-style” meals that feels comforting without being heavy, and it’s ideal for busy weeknights, meal prep lunches, or simple weekend suppers.

BBQ Pulled Pork Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Tender pulled pork piled onto fluffy baked sweet potatoes with a smoky BBQ-style finish. A simple comfort-food dinner made from leftovers and pantry staples.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 45 minutes mins

Total Time 55 minutes mins

Servings: 4

Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 390

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 4 medium sweet potatoes
• 3 cups prepared pulled pork
• 1/3 cup no-sugar-added BBQ sauce
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup shredded cabbage or coleslaw mix
• 2 green onions sliced
• plain Greek yogurt for topping Optional

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Wash and dry sweet potatoes. Pierce each several times with a fork.
3. Place potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for 40–50 minutes, or until fork tender.
4. While potatoes bake, combine pulled pork, BBQ sauce, smoked paprika, and black pepper in a saucepan.
5. Heat over medium-low heat until warmed through.
6. Slice open baked sweet potatoes and fluff the inside with a fork.
7. Fill each potato with pulled pork mixture.
8. Top with shredded cabbage, green onions, and a spoonful of Greek yogurt if desired.

Notes

Serving Suggestions

Serve with:

• Creamy coleslaw
• Roasted green beans
• Cucumber salad
• Simple side fruit
• Black bean corn salad

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Storage

Refrigerator

Store assembled potatoes up to 3 days.

Meal Prep Tip

Keep potatoes and pork separate until reheating for best texture.