Description
This Ground Turkey and Sweet Potato Skillet is a delicious and nutritious meal that combines lean protein and hearty vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- to taste salt and pepper
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced sweet potatoes and cook for 6-8 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add onion and bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
- Add garlic and ground turkey. Cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking up the turkey with a spoon, until the meat is browned and cooked through.
- Stir in diced tomatoes and taco seasoning. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and let simmer for 6-8 minutes, or until sweet potatoes are tender.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the skillet. Cover and cook for 2 minutes, until cheese is melted.
- Remove from heat. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
- This dish is versatile. You can add more vegetables or spices as you like.
- For a healthier option, use low-fat cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg