Description
Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet is a delicious one-pan dish that combines ground turkey, sweet potatoes, and vibrant vegetables into a nutritious meal. Perfect for busy weeknights, this quick recipe is ready in just 30 minutes and boasts a medley of flavors thanks to the smoky spices. It’s an ideal choice for families looking for a healthy yet satisfying dinner that’s easy to customize based on personal taste or available ingredients. Not only does this skillet meal reduce cleanup time, but it also serves as a fantastic option for meal prep, making it a go-to for both lunch and dinner throughout the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cups spinach, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until translucent (2-3 minutes).
- Add diced sweet potatoes and cook until softened (about 10 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Stir in ground turkey and break apart as it cooks until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Season with smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Add bell pepper and spinach; cook until spinach wilts (3-4 minutes). Serve garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1.5 cups (300g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 80mg