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Bite of skillet sweet potato of fork showing soft orange interior and sticky caramelized exterior.

Candied Skillet Sweet Potatoes

Tender on the inside, caramelized on the outside, and simple as can be; these candied skillet sweet potatoes might just become your new favorite side dish. No oven required, minimal dishes, and big flavor every single time. They are perfect alongside turkey, ham, pork chops, or roasted chicken.
Prep Time5 minutes
40 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Author: Carlee

Ingredients

  • 3 medium sweet potatoes
  • 4 Tablespoons butter
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ⅓ cup milk
  • 1 pinch salt

Instructions

  • Peel 3 medium sweet potatoes and cut into 1-inch slices.
  • Melt 4 Tablespoons butter in skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Stir ¾ cup granulated sugar, ⅓ cup milk, and 1 pinch salt into melted butter. Add sweet potato slices, arranging in a single layer if possible.
  • Cover and reduce heat to medium-low. After 10 minutes remove the cover and flip the sweet potato slices.
  • Continue to cook uncovered, flipping the sweet potatoes and stirring the sauce every 5-10 minutes until the sweet potatoes are fork tender, about 35 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 269kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 154mg | Potassium: 596mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 24247IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 71mg | Iron: 1mg
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