Hearty Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet Recipe for Cozy Nights
Transforming ground turkey into a mouthwatering sweet potato skillet that sparks excitement at the dinner table. Comfort meets nutrition in this one-pan wonder packed with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) ground turkey
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into small cubes
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper (red, yellow, or orange), diced
- 2 cups (60 g) fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon chili powder (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ¼ cup (15 g) chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
Instructions
1. Dice the sweet potatoes into uniform cubes to ensure even cooking and caramelization.
2. Warm 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sweet potato cubes and sauté for 8–10 minutes until golden and tender. Transfer to a plate.
3. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add ground turkey, diced onion, and minced garlic.
4. Cook for 5–7 minutes, breaking the turkey into small crumbles, until the meat is fully browned.
5. Add diced bell peppers and the cooked sweet potatoes back to the skillet.
6. Sprinkle in smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir well to coat evenly and cook for 3–4 minutes.
7. Fold in the fresh spinach and cook for 1–2 minutes until wilted.
8. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro.
9. Serve hot and enjoy your nutritious and flavorful meal.
Notes
Prep sweet potatoes ahead of time by cutting into uniform cubes to ensure even cooking and golden crispy edges.
Drain excess turkey fat after cooking to reduce greasiness and create a cleaner, lighter dish.
Choose lean ground turkey (93/7 or 99% fat-free) for a healthier protein option that keeps the skillet light and nutritious.
Swap spinach with kale or Swiss chard for additional nutrient variety and slightly different texture profile if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg