Animal Style Loaded Sweet Potatoes

Preheat your oven or air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Pierce the sweet potatoes several times with a fork and bake them for 35-45 minutes, or until they are super tender when squeezed.

While the sweet potatoes are baking, prepare the caramelized onions. Heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add the diced yellow onion and a pinch of salt. Cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are soft and caramelized. If they start to stick, add a small splash of water as needed. Once done, remove the caramelized onions from the skillet and set them aside.

Using the same skillet, add the ground turkey. Break it up with a spoon and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat. Stir in 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, ½ teaspoon of smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to taste. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the turkey is fully cooked and seasoned.

In a separate small bowl, combine all the ingredients for the high-protein secret sauce: ½ cup plain Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons ketchup, 1 tablespoon yellow mustard, 2 tablespoons finely chopped pickles or relish, 1 teaspoon pickle juice or white vinegar, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix until thoroughly combined and creamy.

Once the sweet potatoes are cooked, carefully slice them open lengthwise down the middle. Fluff the inside with a fork. Load each sweet potato generously with shredded cheddar cheese, the seasoned ground turkey, caramelized onions, and a dollop of the high-protein secret sauce. Serve immediately and enjoy! If you are preparing these for meal prep, store the components separately and add the sauce after reheating to maintain freshness.