Savory Skillet with Turkey and Sweet Potato
The Turkey & Sweet Potato Skillet is a nutritious, flavorful one-pan meal that combines lean protein, hearty sweet potatoes, and fresh vegetables. It’s perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prepping, or casual gatherings. Quick to prepare, customizable, and budget-friendly, this dish delivers comfort and flavor in every bite.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup spinach or kale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Peel and cube the sweet potatoes. Dice the onion and red bell pepper. Mince the garlic. Chop spinach or kale if using.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground turkey, season with salt, pepper, paprika, and cumin. Cook for 6–8 minutes until browned, breaking it into small pieces.
- In a separate pan, heat remaining olive oil. Sauté onion and garlic for 2–3 minutes. Add red bell pepper and cook 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Add sweet potatoes to the turkey skillet. Stir and reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and cook 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Mix in sautéed vegetables and greens. Stir until greens wilt, about 2–3 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or additional spices.
- Remove from heat, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve.
Notes
Substitute vegetables or greens based on preference.
Add crushed red pepper flakes for heat.
Can be served with grains or used in wraps.