Description
This Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet is a hearty, flavorful one-pan meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Tender cubes of sweet potato are sautéed until golden, then mixed with seasoned ground turkey, onions, garlic, and colorful bell peppers. Everything comes together in under 40 minutes, making it an easy, wholesome option that’s naturally gluten-free. It’s filling, nutrient-packed, and versatile enough to enjoy for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Whether you’re cooking for the family or meal-prepping for the week ahead, this recipe is one you’ll turn to again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet. Add sweet potatoes, season lightly, and cook until tender and golden. Remove and set aside.
- Add the remaining olive oil and the ground turkey. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Season with spices, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in onion, garlic, and bell peppers. Cook until softened and fragrant.
- Return the sweet potatoes to the skillet and stir everything together. Let cook for a few more minutes to blend flavors.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve warm.
Notes
- Swap ground turkey with chicken, beef, or sausage for variation.
- For a vegetarian version, try black beans or lentils instead of meat.
- Top with cheese or a fried egg for extra richness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Sauté / Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg