Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet
A comforting one-skillet meal featuring ground turkey, sweet potatoes, and fresh spinach, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Ground Turkey
- 2 medium Sweet Potatoes, cubed
- 2 cups Fresh Spinach
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 Onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Cumin
- Salt & Pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup Chicken Broth or Vegetable Broth
- Optional Toppings: Grated cheese, avocado, fresh herbs
Instructions
- Prep Your Ingredients: Wash, peel, and cube sweet potatoes; mince garlic and chop onion.
- Heat the Skillet: Place a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
- Cook the Ground Turkey: Add ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it up, and cook until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Add Onions and Garlic: Push turkey aside; add chopped onions and garlic; sauté until fragrant (4-5 minutes).
- Sweet Potatoes Join the Party: Add cubed sweet potatoes, season with paprika and cumin, and cover with broth. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Add Spinach and Finish: Stir in spinach until wilted. Adjust seasonings if needed.
- Serve It Up: Plate the dish, garnishing with optional toppings as desired.
Notes
This dish is versatile; try adding spices, cheese, or legumes for variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: skillet meal, turkey recipe, sweet potato dish, comfort food, easy dinner