Description
The Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet is a delightful one-pan meal that brings together the wholesome goodness of ground turkey, sweet potatoes, and vibrant vegetables. Bursting with flavors from smoky spices like paprika and cumin, this dish is not only nutritious but also incredibly simple to prepare—making it perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. In just one skillet, you can create a satisfying dinner that pleases the whole family while providing a healthy dose of protein and vitamins. Enjoy this flavorful dish any night of 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
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; sauté until translucent (2–3 minutes).
- Add diced sweet potatoes; cook for about 10 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Stir in ground turkey, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned (5–7 minutes).
- Season with smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Add bell pepper and spinach; cook until tender (3–4 minutes). Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg