Description
This Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet is a nutritious and flavorful one-pan meal featuring lean ground turkey, sweet potatoes, and vibrant vegetables, topped with melted mozzarella cheese. Perfect for a quick and wholesome weeknight dinner, this dish combines protein and complex carbs with fresh herbs, delivering a comforting yet healthy option for the whole family.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 pound free-range extra-lean ground turkey (or grass-fed ground beef)
- 1 teaspoon garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 cup onions, diced
- 1/2 cup yellow pepper, diced
- 1 1/2 cups sweet potato, diced
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- A pinch of red chili flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (omit if following Whole30 or Paleo diet)
- Fresh parsley for garnishing (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the oil: In a cast iron skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil over medium-high heat to prepare for sautéing the ingredients.
- Cook the turkey and garlic: Add 1 pound of free-range extra-lean ground turkey and 1 teaspoon minced garlic to the skillet. Use a wooden spoon to break up the turkey as it cooks. Stir occasionally and cook for about 5 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Add onions and peppers: Incorporate ½ cup diced onions and ½ cup diced yellow peppers into the skillet. Cook until the onions are soft and translucent, stirring occasionally.
- Cook the sweet potatoes: Add 1½ cups diced sweet potato, a pinch of red chili flakes (optional), salt, and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Cover the skillet and cook over medium heat until the sweet potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally. Add more olive oil or a splash of water if needed to help cook the sweet potatoes faster.
- Preheat the oven: While the sweet potatoes are cooking, preheat your oven to 400ºF (204ºC) to prepare for melting the cheese.
- Add cheese and bake: Once the sweet potatoes are tender, sprinkle ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the skillet contents. Place the cast iron skillet in the preheated oven just long enough to melt the cheese, about 3-5 minutes.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the skillet from the oven. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm and enjoy your hearty, flavorful Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet!
Notes
- If following Whole30 or Paleo diets, omit the mozzarella cheese or substitute with a compliant alternative.
- Use olive oil or a small amount of water to prevent sticking and ensure the sweet potatoes cook thoroughly.
- Ground beef can be used as an alternative to ground turkey for a richer flavor.
- Adjust red chili flakes to your spice tolerance or omit for a milder dish.
- This recipe is ideal for meal prep and reheats well for leftovers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
