Ground Turkey and Sweet Potato Skillet Delight 🍠🍗✨


 

"A healthy, flavorful one-pan meal that’s quick, easy, and perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Packed with lean protein and sweet, earthy goodness from sweet potatoes."

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into small cubes
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (optional, for heat)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup water or chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional, for topping)

Instructions

Step 1: Cook the Sweet Potatoes

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced sweet potatoes and cook for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften. Add a splash of water or broth if they start to stick. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 2: Brown the Turkey

  1. In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  2. Add the ground turkey and cook for 5–7 minutes, breaking it into crumbles with a spatula, until browned and cooked through. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.

Step 3: Add Vegetables and Spices




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