Looking for a quick, nutritious, and satisfying one-pan meal? This Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet is your answer! Packed with lean protein, colorful veggies, and bold spices, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. Ready in about 30 minutes, it’s a hearty dish that feels like comfort food but keeps things light and healthy.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
- One-Pan Wonder: Easy cleanup with just one skillet needed!
- Nutritious & Wholesome: Packed with lean protein and vitamin-rich sweet potatoes.
- Flavorful & Satisfying: Smoky paprika, cumin, and garlic bring bold flavor.
- Meal Prep Friendly: Perfect for batch cooking and leftovers.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, 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
Step 1: Sauté the Aromatics
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and cook for 2-3 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
Step 2: Cook the Sweet Potatoes
Add the diced sweet potatoes to the skillet. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften.
Step 3: Brown the Turkey
Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Break it apart with a spoon and cook for 5-7 minutes, until browned and cooked through.
Step 4: Season
Stir in the smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat everything evenly.
Step 5: Add Veggies
Add the chopped bell pepper and spinach. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the spinach is wilted.
Step 6: Serve & Enjoy
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm!
FAQ
Can I use ground chicken instead of turkey?
Absolutely! Ground chicken works just as well for this recipe.
Can I make this dish vegetarian?
Yes! Substitute the ground turkey with canned beans or plant-based ground meat.
How do I store leftovers?
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in a skillet or microwave.
Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet Recipe
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
Looking for a quick, nutritious, and satisfying one-pan meal? This Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet is your answer! Packed with lean protein, colorful veggies, and bold spices, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. Ready in about 30 minutes, it’s a hearty dish that feels like comfort food but keeps things light and healthy.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, 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 the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and cook for 2-3 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
Step 2: Cook the Sweet Potatoes
Add the diced sweet potatoes to the skillet. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften.
Step 3: Brown the Turkey
Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Break it apart with a spoon and cook for 5-7 minutes, until browned and cooked through.
Step 4: Season
Stir in the smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat everything evenly.
Step 5: Add Veggies
Add the chopped bell pepper and spinach. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the spinach is wilted.
Step 6: Serve & Enjoy
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes