How to Bake White Sweet Potatoes (Perfect Every Time)

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several baked white sweet potatoes that have been sliced open and fluffed inside

If you’ve ever spotted white sweet potatoes at the grocery store and wondered how to cook them, you’re in the right place. Baking is the easiest way to bring out their naturally creamy texture and mild sweetness. With just a little olive oil, flaky salt, and time in the oven, you’ll have a simple, healthy side dish that pairs with almost anything.

I went to the store for a potato and walked out with something weird…

The first time I ever made a white sweet potato it was on accident. A happy accident as they are even more delicious than a regular potato in my book. I was in a hurry and didn’t even notice what I’d grabbed. When I was slicing it open at home I thought, “Is this a sweet potato? Why is it white? Did I buy the wrong thing?”

So, I googled:

“What the heck is a white sweet potato, and what am I supposed to do with it?”

I decided to cook the white sweet potatoes exactly the same way I bake regular potatoes. The skins get lightly crisp, the inside becomes fluffy and creamy, and they’re perfect loaded with your favorite toppings. It’s a nutrient-dense side dish you can make instead of regular potatoes to go with your favorite proteins, breakfast or fresh salad!

White Sweet Potatoes: What They Are, How They Taste & How to Cook Them

You bought one. You cut it open. It’s white. Did you accidentally buy a potato?

What Is a White Sweet Potato and What Do They Taste Like?

Ok, don’t stress. A white sweet potato is a root vegetable with light tan skin and a pale white interior. They have a milder sweetness than the familiar orange sweet potato, but they’re just as creamy when baked. Their subtle flavor makes them delicious with both sweet toppings like cinnamon butter and savory toppings like sour cream, cheese, or herbs.

It’s almost like a cross between a yukon gold and orange sweet potato. And it is delicious!

White Sweet Potatoes vs. Orange Sweet Potatoes

A white sweet potato is more mild and less sugary than its orange neighbor with a slightly drier texture. I personally love that it has a little nuttiness to it.

WhiteOrange
Cream-colored fleshBright orange flesh
Mild sweetnessSweeter
Dense, creamy textureSofter texture
Great with savory toppingsGreat with sweet or savory toppings

Ingredients You’ll Need

You only need three simple ingredients to make perfectly baked white sweet potatoes. A little olive oil helps the skins crisp beautifully in the oven, while flaky sea salt enhances their naturally mi

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Street Corn Ground Beef Sweet Potato Bowl (High Protein)

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a ground beef sweet potato bowl with elote street corn, avocado chunks and picked red onions

This VIRAL street corn ground beef sweet potato bowl is one of my family’s favorite easy dinners! Plus, it’s perfect for meal prep! We start with sweet potatoes and ground beef then pile on a Mexican street corn with cottage cheese that is the ultimate protein-packed dinner even kids will love!

OK, we all know that I am absolutely in love with Mexican Street corn in fact it is one of our top recipes on this entire website, but when I saw that everyone was combining it with those viral ground beef, high protein bowls, I knew I had to make it immediately.

I prefer to make it with real Mexican crema, but mayonnaise works as well. While a lot of recipes are just straight up cottage cheese mixed with corn, to me that does not say Mexican street corn, or elote, so I stuck the cottage cheese in the blender until perfectly smooth and creamy. And can I just give a quick little shout out to the pickled red onions. There is something about that tartness with everything else that absolutely makes the bowl, so don’t skip those!!

Protein Per Serving

This healthy ground beef bowl gives you 38 g of protein per serving! Not to mention it’s also loaded with fiber and healthy fats.

Ingredients You’ll Need…

Let’s talk ingredients because this high protein bowl recipe is built from simple, real foods that come together in the most delicious way.

  • Sweet Potatoes: Roasted until tender with caramelized edges, these add natural sweetness and make the bowl extra filling.
  • Olive Oil: Helps everything roast up golden and flavorful while adding a little richness.
  • Smoked Paprika: Brings a subtle smoky depth that pairs perfectly with the sweet potatoes and beef.
  • Kosher Salt: Enhances all the flavors! Don’t skip it!
  • Lean Ground Beef: A high protein base that’s hearty, satisfying, and soaks up all that delicious seasoning.
  • Kinder’s Carne Asada Seasoning: Adds bold, savory, slightly citrusy flavor with just the right amount of spice. It’s a super easy shortcut. You can also use taco seasoning!
  • Water: Helps the seasoning coat the beef evenly and keeps it juicy.
  • Avocados: Creamy, fresh, and the perfect cooling contrast to the warm, savory ingredients.
  • Cilantro: Adds a bright, fresh finish that ties all the flavors together.
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One-Pan Chicken, Sweet Potato, and Kale Skillet

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a cast iron skillet full of golden chunks of chicken mixed with bacon crumbles, kale and sweet potatoes

A one-skillet dinner that’s healthy, easy AND flavorful?! That’s right, this cheesy chicken, sweet potato and kale skillet meal is nutritious and delicious, just the way a busy weeknight meal should be!

Easily one of my go-to meals lately, my savory chicken and sweet potato recipe is packed with kale, veggies and protein.

There’s a lot of talk about perimenopause lately, so I wanted to create a dish that is not only perfect for busy families, but also something to help support those feeling like they might be entering perimenopause in their 30s and 40s. Heck, it’s a great recipe for menopause too! I love how healthy and balanced this meal is!

Perimenopause Recipe

Why it works: Kale offers iron and magnesium, and sweet potatoes provide complex carbs to support hormone balance. Prep time: 15 min | Cook time: 25 min Bonus: One-pan cleanup!

Ingredients for Healthy Chicken and Sweet Potato Skillet

  • Chicken Breasts: Main protein; provides heartiness, structure, and a mild flavor that carries the spices.
  • Salt and Pepper: Core seasonings; salt enhances natural flavors, while pepper adds gentle heat and balance.
  • Smoked Paprika: Adds smoky depth and warmth without spiciness, complementing the bacon and sweet potatoes.
  • Red Pepper Flakes: Brings a touch of heat to brighten the dish and balance the sweetness of the potato.
  • Bacon: Adds savory richness, smokiness, and a crisp texture that contrasts with tender chicken and vegetables.
  • Olive Oil: Used for sautéing; carries flavors, prevents sticking, and adds a subtle fruitiness.
  • Garlic: Infuses the skillet with aromatic depth, boosting the savory base of the dish.
  • Sweet Potato: Adds natural sweetness, creaminess, and substance, balancing the spice and savory flavors.
  • Chicken Broth: Keeps the skillet moist, helps cook the sweet potatoes, and builds a flavorful base.
  • Kale: Provides a slightly bitter, earthy contrast, plus color, texture, and nutrients.
  • Lemon: Adds brightness and acidity at the end, cutting through richness and making flavors pop.
  • Parmesan: Adds a salty, nutty finish that melts into the skillet for extra umami and richness.

How to Make Chicken Kale Skillet

  1. Prep the Chicken: Cut the chicken into bite sized pieces and season with all the seasonings.
  2. Cook the Bacon: Cook the chopped bacon in a cast iron skillet over medium heat. Remove to a plate.
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High-Protein Viral Cottage Cheese Beef & Sweet Potato Bowl

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High-Protein Viral Cottage Cheese Beef & Sweet Potato Bowl

a photo of a ground beef and sweet potato bowl topped with avocado, pickled red onions, cottage cheese and cherry tomatoes

Get ready to fuel up with this High-Protein Cottage Cheese Beef & Sweet Potato Bowl! Packed with lean ground beef, creamy cottage cheese, and roasted sweet potatoes, this protein bowl delivers a perfect balance of savory and sweet in every bite.

With 40 grams of protein per serving, it’s the ultimate comfort food meets clean eating — perfect for meal prep, post-workout refuels, or a quick weeknight dinner that actually keeps you full. Topped with avocado and pickled red onions is my favorite way to eat it!

I kept hearing about these viral sweet potato bowls all over TikTok and other social media channels, and you know I had to jump on the train and create one my family would love. The components all seemed so odd to eat together, but let me tell you, it works! The flavors and textures all together in one bowl are like a party in your mouth.

Here’s the nutritional breakdown on the Oh Sweet Basil version of the viral Cottage Cheese Sweet Potato Beef Bowl: 36g carbohydrates, 40g protein, 32g fat, and 11g fiber.

Ingredients for a Sweet Potato Bowl

Keep in mind that this protein bowl is highly customizable, but this version is my absolute favorite. I’ll include a section below with ideas for creating your own customized bowl. Here are all the ingredients you’ll need for this high protein meal:

  • Sweet Potatoes: Peeled and cut into similar sized cubes.
  • Olive Oil: Helps roast and caramelize the sweet potatoes to give them crispy texture.
  • Smoked Paprika: Adds bold smoky flavor.
  • Kosher Salt: Adds flavor.
  • Lean Ground Beef: I recommend going with 93/7 or 90/10 if you can find it.
  • Kinder’s Carne Asada Seasoning: We are huge fans of Kinder’s seasonings, but if you don’t have it on hand, taco seasoning will work just great. We have found Kinder’s seasonings at Walmart, Kroger stores, Costco and on Amazon.
  • Water: Used to keep the meat juicy and flavorful.
  • Cottage Cheese: I use low fat cottage cheese and it tastes great!
    • PRO TIP: If the texture of cottage cheese is a hang up for you, give it a pulse in the blender before adding it to the bowl! Then you get all the protein and creaminess without the curds.
  • Avocados: Adds creaminess and healthy fat.
  • Cilantro: Adds fresh herbaceous flavor.
  • Black Pepper: Adds flavor and a little heat.
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Taco Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet

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Taco Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet

a photo of a cast iron skillet full of taco ground beef and diced sweet potatoes topped with a dollop of sour cream, chopped fresh cilantro and lime wedges

This delicious and nutritious ground beef and sweet potato skillet meal is perfect for busy weeknights. With only one pan to clean up, it’s a quick and easy dinner option the whole family will love!

Ingredients for Taco Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet

I am always looking for quick dinner recipes that have lean protein and complex carbohydrates so that everyone is fully satisfied and energized. It has quickly become a regular on our dinner rotation. Here is everything you’ll need:

  • Olive Oil
  • Lean Ground Beef
  • Yellow Onion
  • Taco Seasoning
  • Cornstarch
  • Garlic
  • Sweet Potatoes
  • Kosher Salt
  • Ground Black Pepper
  • Fire Roasted Diced Tomatoes
  • Diced Green Chiles
  • Water
  • Lime
  • Mexican Cheese Shreds
  • Cilantro

The measurements for each ingredient can be found in the recipe card at the end of the post.

How to Make Taco Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet

This ground beef recipe is made all in one pan, and it’s so easy! Here are the steps:

  1. Brown the Ground Beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat and then add the ground beef and onion. Cook until the meat is mostly browned and the onion is tender.
  2. Season the Meat: Add half of the taco seasoning and cornstarch. Use a meat chopper to break up the beef and use a wooden spoon to stir. When the beef is almost completely cooked, add the garlic and cook for another minute. Then remove the beef and onions to a plate.
  3. Cook the Sweet Potatoes: Add a little more oil to the skillet and add the diced sweet potatoes. Season with the remaining taco seasoning and some salt and pepper. Cook until they start to brown, stirring occasionally for about 10 minutes.
  4. Combine: Add the ground beef and onions to the skillet, then add the fire roasted tomatoes, green chiles, water and lime juice and stir everything together. Cover the pan with a lid and let everything simmer for 10 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are fork tender.
  5. Add the Toppings: Top with the shredded cheese. Add the lid back for a minute so the cheese melts. Then add the cilantro.

The recipe card below contains all the instructions in full detail so keep scrolling to see everything in one place.

What to Serve with Taco Sweet Potato Skillet

This sweet potato hash is really an all-in-one type of dish if you want to keep dinner simple. If you want to add a side dish

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