These easy sautéed sweet potatoes are perfectly crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and a quick side dish for those busy weeknight dinners! Sautéed sweet potatoes on the stove are not only quick and easy to make, but also a healthy and delicious side dish option.
Have you ever wondered how to cook sweet potatoes on the stove?
This simple recipe is the no-fail how-to pan cook sweet potatoes guide you’ve been looking for!
These skillet sweet potatoes are a go-to at my home when I need a healthy, quick, and easy side dish that the whole family will enjoy!
Oftentimes I’ll make a big batch of these to have on hand throughout the week. We add them to quinoa salads, alongside pan-seared chicken, or topped with a fried egg for breakfast.
Here's a quick sriracha dip recipe that's really great alongside these pan-seared potatoes.
Why This Recipe Is So Good
- It’s a healthy side dish the whole family will love
- Potatoes are a budget friendly side dish, you get a lot of food for little cost.
- Sautéed Sweet Potatoes are a meal preppers dream! They are the perfect make-ahead side dish.
- It’s a quick and easy, no-fuss recipe for when you need something healthy, but don’t have a lot of time to prepare dinner.
- Sweet Potatoes can be seasoned in many different ways. Once you master this simple recipe, it’s super easy to experiment with different flavorings and seasonings.
Step-By-Step How To Cube Sweet Potatoes Guide
How To Cook Sweet Potatoes On The Stove Top
Cut the potatoes into ½-inch cubes. Keeping your potato cubes all close to the same size will help them to cook evenly. Note: the smaller the sweet potato pieces, the quicker they will cook.
Heat a large heavy-bottomed or cast iron pan and add oil.
Add diced sweet potatoes to the skillet, stir them every few minutes until the potatoes are fork-tender. This should take about 12 minutes.
Toss the sauteed potatoes with salt and pepper or the seasoning of your choice.
Enjoy!
Expert Tip
To prevent potatoes from sticking or becoming mushy, avoid overcrowding your pan. If you're doubling the recipe for meal prep, It’s better to use two skillets than to have too many sweet potatoes on the pan.
To Peel Or Not To Peel?
Peeling sweet potatoes is purely a personal preference. They taste great no matter which way you choose to go.
If I’m short on time, I skip peeling the potatoes, give them a good scrubbing, chop them, and sauté them right up.
I will say, my kids prefer them without the peeling, but I tend to like them better with the skins on.
How To Store
If you have leftover sautéed sweet potatoes, you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Make sure to let them cool down to room temperature before transferring them to the container to prevent moisture buildup.
If you want to freeze them, place the cooled sweet potatoes in a freezer-safe container or freezer bag, and label with the date. They will keep in the freezer for up to 3 months.
When reheating sautéed sweet potatoes, you can either microwave them for a few minutes or reheat them in a skillet over medium heat until they are heated through. However, keep in mind that reheating sweet potatoes may change their texture slightly, so they may not be quite as crispy as when they were first made.
More Seasoning Ideas
- Dust with cinnamon sugar after cooking
- Garlic and rosemary
- Chili lime seasoning
- Southwestern Seasoning Blends
- Honey glazed
- Brown sugar
- Garlic parmesan
- Lemon pepper
Quick, Easy, & Healthy
Sautéed sweet potatoes are a quick, easy, and healthy side dish that can be prepared in just a few minutes. Sweet potatoes are a great source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin A, vitamin C, potassium, and fiber. They are also low in calories and fat, making them a great addition to any healthy diet.
Sautéing sweet potatoes on the stove is a healthy cooking method that does not require much added oil or calories. Serve these delicious and nutritious sautéed sweet potatoes as a side dish for any meal or as a snack on their own!
Can I Use Regular Potatoes For This Recipe?
Absolutely! You won’t have the same sweet flavor that you get from sweet potatoes, but they’ll still be delicious.
Yukon Gold or red-skinned potatoes would be fantastic! But, feel free to use whichever kind of potato you have on hand.
More Sweet Potato Recipes
Looking for more delicious sweet potato recipes? These are a few of my favorites!
- Spicy South-Western Roasted Sweet Potatoes
- Stuffed Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Topping
- Roasted Vegetable Quinoa Salad with Feta & Fresh Apples
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📖 Recipe
Easy Sautéed Sweet Potatoes
Ingredients
- 3 sweet potatoes about 4 cups of cubed sweet potatoes
- 1 ½ tablespoons avocado oil olive oil or vegetable oil
- ½ teaspoon black pepper more or less to taste
- ½ teaspoon salt more or less to taste
Instructions
- Cut the potatoes into ½-inch cubes. Keeping your potato cubes all close to the same size will help them to cook evenly. Note: the smaller the sweet potato pieces, the quicker they will cook.3 sweet potatoes
- Heat a large heavy-bottomed or cast iron pan and add oil.1 ½ tablespoons avocado oil
- Add diced sweet potatoes to the skillet, stir them every few minutes until the potatoes are fork-tender. This should take about 12 minutes.3 sweet potatoes
- Once done, toss the sautéed potatoes with salt and pepper or the seasoning of your choice.½ teaspoon black pepper, ½ teaspoon salt
Notes
Expert Tip
To prevent potatoes from sticking or becoming mushy, avoid overcrowding your pan. If you're doubling the recipe for meal prep, It’s better to use two skillets than to have too many sweet potatoes on the pan.How To Store
Cooked sweet potatoes can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.Nutrition
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