Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet Recipe
A quick, healthy one-pan meal featuring ground turkey, sweet potatoes, and spinach. Gluten-free and perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
– 1 pound ground turkey
– 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 onion, chopped
– 2 garlic cloves, minced
– 1 bell pepper, chopped
– 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
– 1 teaspoon cumin
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 2 cups spinach, chopped
– Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic for 2-3 minutes.
2. Add diced sweet potatoes; cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Brown ground turkey in the skillet; season with smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
4. Stir in chopped bell pepper; cook for 3-4 minutes.
5. Add spinach and cook until wilted.
6. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
– Use a cast iron skillet for even cooking.
– Customize with extra vegetables like kale or broccoli.
– Omit cheese for paleo/Whole30 diets.
Nutrition
- Calories: 306 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 186 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 31 g
- Cholesterol: 66 mg