This Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet is a healthy, one-pan meal that’s packed with protein and nutrients. It’s quick to make, delicious, and perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword Ground Turkey, Sweet Potato Skillet
Prep Time 10 minutesminutes
Cook Time 25 minutesminutes
Total Time 35 minutesminutes
Servings 4
Calories 320kcal
Cost $10-$12
Equipment
Large skillet
Wooden spoon
Cutting board
Knife
Ingredients
1lbground turkey
2medium sweet potatoespeeled and diced
1small oniondiced
2clovesgarlicminced
1bell pepperdiced
1teaspoonsmoked paprika
½teaspoonground cumin
½teaspoonchili powder
Salt and black pepper to taste
2tablespoonsolive oil
¼cupchicken broth
½cupspinach or kalechopped (optional)
¼teaspoonred pepper flakesoptional
Instructions
Heat the Skillet: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Cook the Turkey: Add ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
Sauté the Veggies: Add onion and garlic, cooking until fragrant.
Add Sweet Potatoes: Stir in sweet potatoes, bell pepper, and seasonings.
Simmer: Pour in chicken broth, cover, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
Final Touch: Add spinach or kale, stir, and cook for another 2 minutes until wilted.
Serve: Remove from heat and serve warm.
Notes
Cut Sweet Potatoes Evenly – This ensures they cook at the same rate.
Use Fresh Garlic – Adds more depth of flavor compared to garlic powder.
Don’t Skip the Broth – Helps soften the sweet potatoes and enhances the taste.
Customize It – Add black beans, corn, or avocado for more texture and flavor.