Savory Sweet Potato Casserole
Indulge in the comforting goodness of our Savory Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe, a delightful blend of creamy sweet potatoes and savory herbs that will elevate any meal. Ideal for festive holidays or cozy family dinners, this casserole is not only easy to prepare but also a crowd-pleaser, serving up to 12 people.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large sweet potatoes (or 6 cups mashed)
- 4–5 slices of chicken (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 large onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon marjoram
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1.5 cups shredded Swiss and Gruyere cheese
- 0.5 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 large egg
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Butter a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook sweet potatoes by peeling and boiling until soft; mash until smooth.
- In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat and sauté chopped chicken for about 4–5 minutes, then add onions and cook until golden brown.
- Mix the chicken and onion with the mashed sweet potatoes along with melted butter, shredded cheese (reserve some for topping), cream, beaten egg, salt, and pepper.
- Spoon mixture into the baking dish evenly.
- Bake for about 30 minutes until heated through; sprinkle remaining cheese on top and bake for an additional 5 minutes until melted.
- Serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 3/4 cup (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 50mg