Description
Hearty ground turkey and sweet potato skillet delivers comfort and nutrition in one delightful pan. Packed with lean protein and wholesome vegetables, this simple meal promises satisfying flavors you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
Seasonings:
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
Vegetables and Extras:
- 1 medium onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 bell pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Peel and dice sweet potatoes into uniform, bite-sized cubes to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the dish.
- Finely chop onion, mince garlic, and dice bell pepper, preparing all vegetables before initiating the cooking process.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering and ready for sautéing.
- Add ground turkey to the hot skillet, breaking it into small crumbles and cooking for 5-6 minutes until no longer pink.
- Incorporate chopped onions and bell peppers, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until vegetables become translucent and slightly softened.
- Sprinkle all seasonings – salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and dried thyme – directly over the meat mixture, stirring to distribute evenly.
- Add diced sweet potatoes to the skillet, stirring to combine with turkey and vegetables, allowing potatoes to begin caramelizing.
- Pour chicken broth into the skillet, cover, and reduce heat to medium-low, simmering for 10-12 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
- Uncover and continue cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow excess liquid to evaporate and enhance flavor concentration.
- Remove from heat, garnish with freshly chopped parsley, and serve hot directly from the skillet.
Notes
- Select lean ground turkey to reduce overall fat content and create a healthier one-pan meal.
- Dice sweet potatoes consistently to guarantee uniform cooking and prevent some pieces from becoming mushy while others remain undercooked.
- Use fresh herbs like parsley or chives for a burst of brightness and added nutritional value, enhancing the dish’s overall flavor profile.
- Customize the recipe by adding additional vegetables like spinach or kale for extra nutrients and color variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg