Description
This Ground Turkey and Sweet Potato Skillet Delight is a wholesome and delicious one-pan meal! Packed with lean protein, nutrient-dense sweet potatoes, and vibrant vegetables, this dish is both satisfying and healthy. It’s quick to prepare, making it a perfect dinner for busy weeknights. The savory turkey and slightly sweet potatoes make a flavorful combo your whole family will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup baby spinach (optional, for added greens)
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- Lime wedges (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Cook the sweet potatoes: In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced sweet potatoes and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften and brown slightly.
- Cook the turkey: Push the sweet potatoes to one side of the skillet. In the same skillet, add the ground turkey. Break it apart with a spoon and cook for 5-7 minutes, until browned and fully cooked through.
- Sauté the vegetables: Add the onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the skillet with the turkey. Cook for 3-4 minutes, until the vegetables are softened.
- Season: Sprinkle the smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper over the turkey and sweet potatoes. Stir to combine and cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the spices to fully incorporate.
- Add spinach (optional): If using, stir in the baby spinach and cook for another minute, just until wilted.
- Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice, if desired.
- Serve immediately as a filling and flavorful main dish!
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey with ground chicken or lean beef if preferred.
- For extra heat, add some chili flakes or a diced jalapeño during cooking.
- This dish is great on its own, but can also be served with a side of quinoa or brown rice for added fiber.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms for extra texture and nutrients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the skillet
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg