10 Sweet Potato Recipes That Taste Like Autumn You Will Want to Cook All Season Long

The root vegetable is a perfect autumn staple, and it's nutritious, too!

By Jaclyn Anglis September 30, 2019

It’s officially fall, which means it’s time to take advantage of all the wonderful seasonal produce. While many folks immediately think of pumpkin, it’s worth adding other autumnal goods to your meals. How about some delicious (and nutritious) sweet potatoes?

Sweet potatoes are packed with nutrients such as beta-carotene, which can help energize you and even boost your mood. It’s no wonder a simple microwaved sweet potato is a popular easy snack. But sometimes you might want to shake things up with a more creative dish. Not to worry: We’ve got a recipe for just about every craving, from spicy to savory to plain ol’ sweet as can be.

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Scroll down to see some of the best sweet potato recipes!

Chicken-Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Food & Photo

Bulk up good-for-you spuds — microwaved in minutes — with chicken, beans, and slaw.

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Sweet Potatoes and Marshmallows

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Sweet potato chunks bake up tender and delicious in brown-sugar syrup under a cloud of toasted marshmallows.

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Chorizo-Filled Sweet Potatoes

Scott Hawkins - Staff

This fiery dish comes together thanks to the spiciness of the sausage.

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Grilled Chicken Thighs with Sweet Potato Mash and Green Beans

Bauer Media Australia, Food

This hearty dish packs a ton of flavor without a lot of work, thanks to a handy seasoning mix.

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Southwestern Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Fotolia

A medley of salsa, beans, Pepper Jack, and creamy avocado jazzes up tantalizing sweet potatoes with lots of zesty flavors.

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Sweet Potato and Chickpea Burgers With Spicy Mayo, Arugula, and Goat Cheese

Alexandra Shytsman

You'll love the sweet and smoky flavor of roasted sweet potatoes combined with chickpeas — which are gluten-free and packed with protein, vitamins, fiber, iron, and antioxidants.

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Cheesy Sweet Potato "Pizza"

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This recipe is just as easy as it is cheesy — not to mention a delicious sub for traditional pizza.

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Sweet Potatoes with Candied-Bacon

Woman's World

This sweet and salty combination of creamy smooth sweet potatoes and crisp cinnamon-spiced bacon bits is positively addictive.

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Sweet Potato & Apple Gratin

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Our nutrient-rich twist on a comfort-food classic tastes extra indulgent thanks to nutty Manchego cheese.

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Sweet Potato Pecan Pie

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End your night on a doubly delicious sweet note with two Southern pie favorites in one scrumptious dessert.

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