Stovetop Sweet Potatoes

Name: Stovetop Sweet Potatoes
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 3 Large Sweet Potatoes (peeled, cut into 1/2" cubes ); 1 tbsp Olive Oil; 1 tbsp Butter; 1/4 tsp Salt; 1/4 tsp Black Pepper; 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder; 1/4 tsp Dried Basil; 1/4 tsp Paprika

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Easy Stovetop Sweet Potato Recipe - Simple and delicious pan fried sweet potatoes done in under 20 minutes. Serve as a healthy dinner or breakfast side dish.

My easy Stovetop Sweet Potatoes and the perfect healthy side dish recipe. We love to serve these potatoes for dinner and breakfast. The best part? This recipe comes together in just 20 minutes.

Top sweet potatoes with a fried egg, serve wrapped in a tortilla for a delicious breakfast burrito, with your favorite breakfast meats and more.

For dinner, serve the potatoes with grilled chicken, turkey burgers, meatloaf and so much more! I will link a few of my favorite main courses to serve with sweet potatoes.

This recipe will serve about four people. If you are cooking for a larger crowd, simply double the recipe.

Ingredients To Make Stovetop Sweet Potatoes:

Sweet Potatoes - You will need 3-4 large sweet potatoes for this recipe.

Avocado Oil - Used to fry the potatoes on the skillet. You can also use olive oil in this recipe.

Butter - Salted or unsalted butter both work great.

Seasoning Blend - Salt, Black Pepper, Garlic Powder, Dried Basil, Dried Parsley, Paprika.

How To Cook Sweet Potatoes On The Stove:

In a large skillet over medium heat, add oil and butter.

Once the butter begins to lightly simmer, add diced sweet potatoes. Toss to coat. Sprinkle potatoes evenly with seasonings and cover.

Cook potatoes covered, stirring every few minutes.

Once the potatoes are fork tender, turn heat up a little and remove lid. Sear a few minutes to lightly brown.

Serve with your favorite main courses. Enjoy!

Tools to have on hand for this recipe:

Skillet - To cook your potatoes in.
Spatula - To stir your potatoes to ensure they cook evenly.
Cutting Board - To chop up your potatoes.
Measuring Cups + Spoons - For properly measure your ingredients.
Chef Knife - For chopping your potatoes.

Main Courses To Serve With Sweet Potatoes:

Blackened Salmon - Flavorful salmon recipe made with a simple homemade blackened seasoning seared hot in a skillet and finished with fresh lemon juice.

Slow Cooker Red Wine Pot Roast - Tender and delicious slow cooked beef roast in red wine sauce made simply in your slow cooker/crockpot.

French Onion Pot Roast - Tender and delicious pot roast recipe cooked to pull-apart perfection in a slow cooker layered with tender onions in a savory sauce.

Slow Cooker Tender Short Ribs - English cut short ribs seared in a cast iron skillet then cooked low and slow in a red wine sauce.

Blackened Chicken Recipe - Delicious juicy pieces of chicken seared hot in a skillet with paprika, garlic powder, cumin, black pepper, salt and cayenne pepper.

Do I need to peel sweet potatoes?

You don't have to peel sweet potatoes prior to cooking, but in this recipe I suggest it. The peel can be chewy and unpalatable.

How long does it take for sweet potatoes to cook on the stove?

This recipe will take about 15-20 minutes for the potatoes to fully cook.

Are sweet potatoes healthy?

Sweet potatoes are known to be high in fiber, rich with antioxidants, and full of vitamins. They are also known to promote good vision and a healthy immune system.

More Potato Side Dish Recipes:

Brussels Sprouts and Sweet Potatoes - Tossed with crispy bacon, sweet cranberries and toasted pine nuts. Serve as super delicious healthy side dish recipe during the Holiday's or anytime of year!

Easy Breakfast Potatoes - Super simple homemade breakfast potato recipe made with fresh potatoes, herbs and seasonings.

Three Cheese Mashed Potatoes - Amazing creamy mashed potatoes made with cheddar, parmesan and cream cheese.

Baked Potato Wedges - Seasoned potato wedges baked to golden perfection are the perfect appetizer or side dish. Serve with your favorite dipping sauces!