Description
A quick and satisfying skillet meal, this Ground Turkey and Sweet Potato Skillet is loaded with protein, fiber, and flavor. Made with wholesome ingredients and ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a go-to for a stress-free dinner. Serve it as-is or pair it with rice, quinoa, or a crisp side salad for an extra filling meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups spinach, chopped
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in the diced sweet potatoes and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften.
- Add the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Season the mixture with smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Add the chopped bell pepper and spinach, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes until the spinach is wilted and the bell pepper is tender.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra heat, add ½ teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
- Swap out the ground turkey for ground chicken, beef, or even plant-based crumbles for variety.
- Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 4 days and reheat beautifully in a skillet or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Ground turkey skillet, Sweet potato turkey skillet, Healthy turkey recipe, One-pan turkey dinner