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Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet Recipe

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A hearty and flavorful Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet featuring tender sweet potatoes, seasoned ground turkey, vibrant vegetables, and melted Monterrey Jack cheese for a satisfying one-pan meal that’s perfect for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

Meat and Oil

  • 4 tablespoons avocado oil, divided
  • 1 pound ground turkey

Vegetables and Produce

  • 5 cups peeled and diced sweet potatoes (about 1 ¼ pounds)
  • 3 garlic cloves, finely minced
  • 1 medium sweet onion, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
  • 1 pound Campari tomatoes, diced
  • ½ cup finely chopped fresh cilantro plus more for serving

Pantry Items

  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 ½ teaspoons black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 (15.25-ounce) can corn, drained
  • 1 (15.5-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed

Dairy

  • 1 cup shredded Monterrey Jack cheese or white cheddar

Instructions

  1. Cook the Ground Turkey: Heat 2 tablespoons of avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground turkey, breaking it apart as it cooks. Sauté for 7-8 minutes until the turkey is fully cooked and no longer pink. Transfer the cooked turkey to a clean plate and set aside.
  2. Sauté the Vegetables and Sweet Potatoes: In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of avocado oil and the minced garlic. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in the diced sweet potatoes, onion, red bell pepper, and spices including paprika, cumin, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Toss everything to coat evenly. Cover the skillet and reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the sweet potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
  3. Add Remaining Ingredients and Simmer: Return the cooked ground turkey to the skillet along with the drained corn, rinsed black beans, diced Campari tomatoes, and chopped cilantro. Stir well to combine all ingredients. Cover and let cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the tomatoes soften and the mixture is heated through.
  4. Finish with Cheese and Serve: Just before serving, sprinkle the shredded Monterrey Jack cheese evenly over the top of the skillet. Add extra fresh cilantro as garnish. Serve warm and enjoy this flavorful, wholesome meal.

Notes

  • For a spicier dish, increase the cayenne pepper or add fresh jalapeño slices.
  • You can substitute ground chicken or lean ground beef for the turkey if preferred.
  • If fresh tomatoes aren’t available, canned diced tomatoes can be used as an alternative.
  • Use gluten-free beans and canned corn to keep this recipe gluten-free.
  • This recipe reheats well and is great for meal prep lunches.

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