Description
This Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet is a nutritious, one-pan dinner featuring lean ground turkey, hearty sweet potatoes, fresh veggies, and savory spices. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s the perfect meal for busy weeknights, offering a filling combination of protein, fiber, and complex carbs. Plus, it’s customizable—add your favorite veggies or swap turkey for another protein.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups spinach, chopped
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
- Cook Sweet Potatoes: Stir in diced sweet potatoes and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften.
- Brown the Turkey: Add ground turkey to the skillet. Break it apart with a spatula and cook for 5-7 minutes, until browned and fully cooked through.
- Season: Sprinkle in smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together to coat evenly.
- Add Veggies: Add chopped bell pepper and spinach. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the bell pepper softens and the spinach wilts.
- Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can swap ground turkey with ground chicken or beef.
- Feel free to add extra vegetables such as zucchini, mushrooms, or peas.
- For a spicy kick, add a pinch of chili flakes or cayenne pepper.
- To save time, microwave the sweet potatoes before adding them to the skillet.
