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Sweet-Spicy Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes Cubes

Published: Oct 22, 2019 Last Updated: Dec 15, 2022 by Marye 1254 words. | About 7 minutes to read this article.

Cubed sweet potatoes are coated with cinnamon and chipotle and roasted until they are crispy on the outside. This recipe is an easy fall side dish that goes especially well with poultry, pork, and game meats.
Total time 40 minutes
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Sweet-spicy oven roasted sweet potatoes recipe is an easy side dish that goes perfectly with roasted meats, game,  and poultry. Smoky chipotle, caramelly brown sugar, and oven roasting gives them a crispy, golden brown outside and tender, buttery inside. This is a great alternative to traditional fried potatoes and will really perk up your fall meals!

Last Updated: 22 October 2019
A platter of bright roasted sweet potatoes garnished with parsley. Title image

Recipe Ingredients

Cubed, roasted sweet potatoes can be just as simple or extravagant as you like. Here are the basic ingredients in this recipe -

  • Sweet potatoes or yams will work equally well in this recipe.
  • Olive oil or other light oil ensures that the outsides caramelize properly.
  • Brown sugar helps with caramelization as well as enhances the sweetness.
  • Chipotle powder gives a nice, smoky heat.
  • Cinnamon works with the chipotle powder to give the dish flavor.
  • Salt and Pepper of course.

A Simple Fall Side Dish

When you're looking for simple sweet potato recipes you just can't go wrong with roasting them in an oven with a quick sweet and spicy coating and a little drizzle of olive oil! Cubed or in wedges, oven roasted sweet potatoes are a zesty fall side dish that goes well with almost any protein - and is especially good with game meats and poultry.

This basic recipe has a lot of variations, too!

Roasted Sweet Potato FAQs

This basic recipe is easy enough for beginning cooks. Children will need adult supervision because of the use of the oven on high heat.

Do you peel sweet potatoes before roasting?

Most people do peel sweet potatoes before roasting but it's not necessary. If you prefer to leave the peels on wash them thoroughly and proceed with the recipe as instructed.

How do you make roasted sweet potatoes?

  1. Cut the raw, peeled sweet potatoes into wedges or cubes (about 1-inch or so).
  2. Toss in a little olive oil to coat.
  3. Add seasoning and stir to coat evenly.
  4. Place in a single layer on a heavy baking sheet.
  5. Cook at 425F, stirring a couple of times, until crispy golden on the outside and tender on the inside.

How do I make roasted sweet potatoes crispy?

The trick to making them crispy is to roast them at a high heat, watching carefully so they don't burn.

  • Roast at 435F.
  • Make sure to coat the sweet potatoes in oil.
  • Stir a couple of times during roasting to make sure all the sides get crispy.
Recipe close up to show texture of caramelized exterior.
Roasted sweet potatoes can be cubed or cut into wedges.

How long does it take to roast sweet potato cubes?

It will take about 20 to 30 minutes, depending on the size of the cubes.

Can yams be used in place of sweet potatoes?

Yes. Yams and sweet potatoes are interchangeable in most recipes. You can definitely use them in this recipe.

How do you store oven roasted sweet potatoes?

Store them in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 4 days. You can also lay them in a single layer on a baking sheet and flash freeze them. When frozen put in freezer containers and freeze for up to 6 months.

Tips and Variations for Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes

This is such a versatile dish! You can change it up with these variations:

  • Use honey or maple syrup in place of brown sugar. Be careful to watch carefully as the honey and syrup burn easily.
  • Stir in some toasted pecans before serving - or toast the pecans right along with the sweet potatoes.
  • Add about ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Add diced onion and poblano pepper.
  • Use coconut oil instead of olive oil.
  • Leave out the cinnamon, brown sugar or other sweetener and use fresh thyme or sage with the salt and pepper.
  • Use as a base for hash instead of tradition potatoes.
  • Use to make this spicy Roasted Sweet Potato Salad.
  • Add leftovers to chicken tacos. (HA! Like there will be leftovers...)
  • This recipe makes them crispy. If you want them soft bake the cubes at 350F for about an hour.
Savory sweet potato side dish ready to serve.
Roasted sweet potatoes are delicious with game meats, pork, and poultry.

More Easy Fall Side Dish Recipes

You might also like one of these other fall side dish recipes. If you're still looking then check out the side dish category - there are plenty more!

  • Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Chipotle have the same sweet-spicy flavor as these roasted sweet potato cubes but with the creamy texture of mashed potatoes.
  • Crispy Baked Sweet Potato Fries are the perfect alternative to regular fries!
  • Bourbon Sweet Potatoes with Praline Topping are one of my favorite side dishes for Thanksgiving! Sweet and almost dessert-like.
  • Southern Corn Pudding is great for the holidays with a creamy and custard-like texture. It's a little hard to explain but very addictive.
  • Mexican Cornbread Casserole recipe will add a little extra zip to all your holiday meals! It's similar to a spoon bread.
  • 50 Best Side Dishes are a collection of my favorites, both from Restless Chipotle and other blogs. You're sure to find something to love.
  • Thanksgiving Favorites are the recipes that our family goes to year after year!

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Chipotle powder can be found in the spice section of your grocery store. If your store doesn't carry it you can get it on Amazon.

Sweet potatoes or yams will both work in this easy fall recipe.

Crispy Oven Roasted Sweet Potato Recipe

Whether you're having roasted chicken or venison steaks this oven roasted sweet potatoes recipe is the perfect fall side dish. A little sweet, a little spicy... and completely, mouthwateringly addictive.

I like them served with these meatloaf stuffed peppers or this burrito casserole.

Oven roasted sweet potatoes cubed and roasted with chipotle and cinnamon. Recipe image
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Sweet and Spicy Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes

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Cubed sweet potatoes are coated with cinnamon and chipotle and roasted until they are crispy on the outside. This recipe is an easy fall side dish that goes especially well with poultry, pork, and game meats.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American - Southern
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings:8 servings
Calories:156
Author:Marye Audet-White
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Equipment Needed

  • Baking Sheet

Ingredients

  • 6 large sweet potatoes, about 3 ½ pounds
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
  • ½ teaspoon chipotle powder, or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

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Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
  • Lightly oil a heavy baking sheet.
  • Peel sweet potatoes if desired.
  • Cut into ½ to 1 inch cubes.
  • Place sweet potatoes in a large bowl and drizzle with oil.
  • Add remaining ingredients and stir to coat evenly.
  • Spread sweet potatoes out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes or so to keep them from burning.

Air Fryer Instructions

  • Place in air fryer basket.
  • Cook at 400F for 15 minutes, stirring once during cooking.

Notes

This is a versatile recipe with many variations: 
  • Use honey or maple syrup in place of brown sugar. Be careful to watch carefully as the honey and syrup burn easily.
  • Stir in some toasted pecans before serving - or toast the pecans right along with the sweet potatoes.
  • Add about ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Add diced onion and poblano pepper.
  • Use coconut oil instead of olive oil.
  • Leave out the cinnamon, brown sugar or other sweetener and use fresh thyme or sage with the salt and pepper.
  • Use as a base for hash instead of tradition potatoes.
  • Use to make this spicy Roasted Sweet Potato Salad.
  • Add leftovers to chicken tacos. (HA! Like there will be leftovers...)
  • This recipe makes them crispy. If you want them soft bake the cubes at 350F for about an hour.

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 156kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 202mg | Potassium: 328mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 13870IU | Vitamin C: 2.3mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 0.6mg

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