Description
This Ground Turkey and Sweet Potato Skillet Delight is a hearty, one-pan meal that’s full of flavor and packed with healthy ingredients. The lean ground turkey, sweet potatoes, and spices come together for a satisfying dinner that’s easy to make.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup chicken broth (or water)
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh spinach (optional)
- 1/4 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, optional)
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced sweet potatoes and cook for about 5-7 minutes, until they begin to soften. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
- Add the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook for 7-10 minutes, or until the turkey is browned and fully cooked through.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the cumin, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and pepper, mixing well to coat the turkey and sweet potatoes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cover and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and the liquid has mostly evaporated.
- Stir in the chopped spinach (if using) and cook for an additional 2 minutes until wilted.
- If desired, sprinkle with shredded cheese and let it melt before serving.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately.
Notes
- You can substitute ground chicken or lean beef for the turkey.
- Add extra veggies like bell peppers or zucchini for more variety.
- To make this dish spicier, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 85mg