Description
Hasselback Sweet Potatoes Casserole with Chipotle is a stunning dish that marries the sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with a smoky, spicy chipotle sauce. Topped with creamy cheddar and crispy panko breadcrumbs, this casserole is visually impressive and packed with flavor, making it an ideal side for any occasion—from holiday feasts to casual barbecues. Every bite offers a delightful combination of textures and tastes that will leave your guests craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Wash and peel the sweet potatoes. Slice them thinly but not all the way through, creating 'fans.'
- Toss the sliced sweet potatoes in olive oil; season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a separate bowl, mix chopped chipotle peppers with sour cream to create the sauce.
- Layer the sweet potatoes in the baking dish and spoon the chipotle sauce evenly over them.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil, top with cheddar cheese and panko breadcrumbs, then bake uncovered for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg