Ground Turkey and Sweet Potato Skillet
A quick and healthy one-pan meal combining ground turkey, caramelized sweet potatoes, and warm spices. Ready in about 30 minutes and ideal for weeknights or meal prep.
Ingredients
Main
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 medium sweet potatoes peeled and cubed (about 3 cups)
- 1 small yellow onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 bell pepper diced (optional)
Seasoning & Sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper optional
- ½ tsp dried oregano or thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste about 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp tomato paste or 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- ½ cup chicken broth or vegetable broth
Optional Toppings
- Chopped cilantro or parsley
- Crumbled feta or shredded cheddar
- Greek yogurt or sour cream
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add cubed sweet potatoes and cook until golden and fork-tender, about 8–10 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Add remaining oil to the skillet, reduce heat to medium, and sauté onion and bell pepper 3–4 minutes. Add garlic 30 seconds, then add ground turkey and cook until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles, about 5–7 minutes.
- Stir in smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Add tomato paste or diced tomatoes and pour in broth, scraping up browned bits from the pan.
- Return sweet potatoes to the skillet, stir gently, and simmer 3–5 minutes until the sauce thickens. Adjust seasoning and finish with a splash of olive oil or a pat of butter if desired.
- Top with chopped herbs, cheese, a dollop of yogurt, and lime wedges. Serve warm.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, increase cayenne or add hot sauce.
- To make vegetarian, swap turkey for tempeh or cooked lentils.
- Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 4 days—reheat gently.
Nutrition
Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 35gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 550mgSugar: 7g
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