Description
A hearty and nutritious Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet combining lean ground turkey, sweet potatoes, and vibrant vegetables, topped with melted mozzarella for a satisfying and wholesome meal perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
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Meat and Protein
- 1 pound free-range extra-lean ground turkey
Vegetables
- 1/2 cup onions, diced
- 1/2 cup yellow pepper, diced
- 1 1/2 cups sweet potato, diced
- 1 teaspoon garlic clove, minced
Oils and Fats
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Seasonings
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- A pinch of red chili flakes (optional)
Dairy and Garnishes
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (omit if following Whole30 or Paleo)
- Fresh parsley for garnishing (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the Oil: In a cast iron skillet, heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium-high heat to prepare for cooking the turkey and vegetables.
- Cook the Ground Turkey and Garlic: Add the ground turkey and minced garlic to the skillet. Use a wooden spoon to break up the turkey into small pieces as it cooks. Stir occasionally and cook for about 5 minutes until turkey is no longer pink.
- Sauté Onions and Yellow Peppers: Add diced onions and yellow peppers to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions become soft and translucent.
- Add Sweet Potatoes and Seasonings: Mix in the diced sweet potatoes, pinch of red chili flakes, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Stir to combine evenly.
- Cook Sweet Potatoes Covered: Cover the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sweet potatoes are tender. Add a little olive oil or water if necessary to help soften the sweet potatoes and prevent sticking. This usually takes about 7-8 minutes.
- Preheat the Oven: While the sweet potatoes cook, preheat the oven to 400ºF (204ºC) to prepare for melting the cheese.
- Melt the Cheese in the Oven: Once the sweet potatoes are tender, sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the skillet mixture. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 5 minutes.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the skillet from the oven, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve hot for a delicious and filling meal.
Notes
- For a Whole30 or Paleo version, omit the mozzarella cheese topping.
- Using a cast iron skillet helps distribute heat evenly during stovetop and oven cooking.
- You can substitute ground turkey with grass-fed ground beef if preferred.
- If sweet potatoes take longer to cook, cover and add a splash of water or oil to prevent drying.
- Adjust red chili flakes according to your spice preference or omit for a milder dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/4 skillet)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
