Ground Turkey and Sweet Potato Skillet Delight
Looking for a quick and healthy dinner? This Ground Turkey and Sweet Potato Skillet Delight is the perfect solution. Packed with lean protein, fiber, and essential vitamins, it's an easy one-pan meal that caters to gluten-free and dairy-free diets. Ground turkey combines with sweet potatoes, vegetables, and delicious seasonings, creating a satisfying meal that's perfect for weeknights. Simple, nutritious, and flavorful, it's a dish that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner, Skillet Meals, Healthy Meals
- Method: Stovetop, One-pan
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into small cubes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Once hot, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic for 2 to 3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add the cubed sweet potatoes to the skillet. Stir occasionally and cook for about 10 minutes until they begin to soften. Add a splash of water if necessary to prevent sticking.
- Push the sweet potatoes to one side of the skillet and add the ground turkey. Break the meat into crumbles and cook for about 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned.
- Season with smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper, stirring to coat evenly. Add the bell pepper and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes.
- Stir in the chopped spinach and cook for 2 minutes until wilted. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- Feel free to customize the dish by adding extra veggies like zucchini or mushrooms.
- For extra heat, add red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper.
- Make it creamy by stirring in Greek yogurt or sour cream.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge. It can also be frozen for up to 3 months.
