Description
A hearty and flavorful one-pan dish featuring tender ground turkey, sweet potatoes, and fresh veggies. This Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet is a quick and healthy meal perfect for busy weeknights. Packed with nutrients and full of comforting flavors, it’s sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups spinach, chopped
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in the diced sweet potatoes and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften.
- Add the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Season the mixture with smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Add the chopped bell pepper and spinach, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes until the bell pepper is tender and the spinach is wilted.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
This skillet dish is easily customizable try swapping ground turkey with ground chicken or beef. You can also add extra veggies like zucchini or mushrooms for added flavor and texture. Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days, making it a great meal prep option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
Keywords: Ground turkey skillet, sweet potato recipe, healthy dinner