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Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet

Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet


  • Author: Ava Mack
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet is a quick, nutritious one-pan meal that combines lean turkey with sweet potatoes and colorful veggies, ready in under 30 minutes.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb lean ground turkey
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, diced
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Peel and dice sweet potatoes into small cubes for even cooking.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground turkey and cook until browned (about 5-7 minutes).
  3. Stir in chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until onion is translucent (about 3 minutes).
  4. Mix in diced sweet potatoes and bell peppers. Cook for about 10 minutes until tender.
  5. Season with cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Substitute sweet potatoes with butternut squash or turnips for a unique flavor. Enhance nutrition by adding spinach or kale. Experiment with spices like smoked paprika to vary the taste.