Description
This Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet is a flavorful and easy one-pan meal that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Ground turkey is cooked with sweet potatoes, bell peppers, and a blend of spices for a delicious and nutritious dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Ground Turkey:
- 1 pound ground turkey
Sweet Potatoes:
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into small cubes
Vegetables:
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Liquid:
- 1/4 cup chicken broth or water
Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat Olive Oil: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Cook Sweet Potatoes: Add the diced sweet potatoes and cook for 8 to 10 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Add Vegetables: Add the onion, garlic, and red bell pepper, and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until fragrant and softened.
- Cook Turkey: Push the vegetables to the side and add the ground turkey. Cook until browned.
- Season and Simmer: Season with spices, pour in chicken broth, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- This dish is versatile—add spinach or kale for extra greens.
- For a spicy kick, stir in a pinch of red pepper flakes or cayenne.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
