Description
This Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet is a quick, nutritious, and flavorful one-pan meal that combines lean ground turkey with tender sweet potatoes and colorful vegetables. Perfect for a wholesome weeknight dinner, it features simple seasoning and healthy ingredients, all cooked together in a skillet for minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 lb ground turkey
Vegetables
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Spices and Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Oils and Fats
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the turkey: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground turkey and cook, crumbling with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
- Sauté the vegetables: Add chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 3–4 minutes until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
- Add sweet potatoes and seasonings: Stir in the diced sweet potatoes, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix everything well to evenly distribute the spices.
- Cover and cook: Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sweet potatoes are fork-tender and all ingredients are fully combined.
- Serve: Remove the skillet from heat and serve the dish hot. Optionally, garnish with fresh chopped herbs like parsley or cilantro, or sprinkle with cheese for added flavor.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey with ground chicken or lean beef if preferred.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of smoked paprika or chili powder.
- If you like your sweet potatoes softer, add a splash of water or broth when covering to help steam them.
- This recipe is great for meal prep and stores well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To make it lower carb, reduce the amount of sweet potatoes or replace with cauliflower rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
