Description
This Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet is a one-pan, flavor-packed meal full of hearty veggies, lean protein, and cozy spices. Perfect for busy weeknights or make-ahead meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 bell peppers, small diced (red and green)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2–3 sweet potatoes (about 4 cups), diced
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
- 1 can (14.5 oz) fire roasted tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1–1½ cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, etc.)
- 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2–3 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add diced onion and bell peppers. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Add ground turkey. Cook until browned, breaking up with a spoon.
- Push turkey mixture to the side, add more oil if needed, and add diced sweet potatoes. Cook 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in corn, black beans, green chiles, fire roasted tomatoes, and all spices. Mix thoroughly.
- Cover and cook on medium-low for 10–12 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top. Cover for 2 minutes to melt.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
- Serve warm directly from skillet or with rice, tortillas, or salad.
Notes
- Dice sweet potatoes and veggies evenly for faster, even cooking.
- Use fresh shredded cheese for best melting and texture.
- Add a splash of broth if mixture becomes too dry while simmering.
- Top with avocado, sour cream, or hot sauce for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg