Southwestern Sweet Potato Gratin Recipe

Name: Southwestern Sweet Potato Gratin
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Unsalted butter, for baking dish; 4 large sweet potatoes (about 4 pounds), peeled and thinly sliced into rounds; Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper; 1 1/2 cups grated Chihuahua or Monterey Jack cheese (6 ounces); 1 1/2 cups Cotija or French feta cheese, crumbled (6 ounces); 1 small onion, thinly sliced; 1 teaspoon finely chopped canned chipotle chile in adobo (optional); 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons homemade or low-sodium store-bought chicken stock, or water; 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves; 1 cup crushed tortilla chips; Lime wedges, for garnish; Mexican crema or sour cream, for garnish (optional)

Servings: persons

Unsalted butter, for baking dish
4 large sweet potatoes (about 4 pounds), peeled and thinly sliced into rounds
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 cups grated Chihuahua or Monterey Jack cheese (6 ounces)
1 1/2 cups Cotija or French feta cheese, crumbled (6 ounces)
1 small onion, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon finely chopped canned chipotle chile in adobo (optional)
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons homemade or low-sodium store-bought chicken stock, or water
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1 cup crushed tortilla chips
Lime wedges, for garnish
Mexican crema or sour cream, for garnish (optional)

1
Preheat the oven to 350F.
2
Butter a 9 x 13-inch baking dish; set aside.
3
Toss the potatoes with 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
4
Arrange half of the potatoes in the buttered dish, overlapping the slices.
5
Sprinkle with half of each cheese.
6
Top with onion.
7
Stir the chipotle (if desired) into the stock; drizzle over the onion.
8
Sprinkle with half the cilantro.
9
Top with the remaining potatoes; sprinkle with the remaining cheeses and cilantro.
10
Scatter the chips on top.
11
Cover with foil; bake 30 minutes.
12
Remove the foil; bake until very tender and top is well browned, about 30 minutes more.
13
Let cool slightly before serving.
14
Serve with limes, and with crema, if desired.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Unsalted butter, for baking dish, 4 large sweet potatoes (about 4 pounds), peeled and thinly sliced into rounds, Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper, 1 1/2 cups grated Chihuahua or Monterey Jack cheese (6 ounces), and more.

Yes, Southwestern Sweet Potato Gratin falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Southwestern Sweet Potato Gratin

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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