Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet (One Pan)
This cozy and hearty Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet is a delicious one-pan dinner packed with wholesome ingredients like sweet potatoes, peppers, kale, and melty cheese. It’s savory, satisfying, and great for meal prep too.
Equipment
- 1 Large skillet at least 12 inches
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil divided
- 1 pound Ground turkey lean
- 6 cups Diced sweet potatoes about 24 ounces
- 1 cup Diced onion 120 grams
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 2 cups Diced bell peppers heaping, 275 grams
- 3 cups Chopped kale packed, 90 grams
- 0.5 tablespoon Chili powder
- 0.5 tablespoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.75 cup Shredded pepper jack cheese 2 ounces
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Toppings such as avocado, jalapeños, salsa, cilantro
Instructions
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground turkey, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to skillet. Add sweet potatoes and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add in the diced onion and 2 tablespoons of water. Stir and cook for 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent and sweet potatoes are fork-tender.
- Add bell peppers to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened but still crisp.
- Stir in chopped kale, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for 2-3 minutes until wilted and vibrant.
- Return the cooked turkey to the skillet. Sprinkle in chili powder, cumin, paprika, and garlic powder. Stir well and cook for another 2-3 minutes to combine flavors.
- Top with shredded pepper jack cheese and cover skillet for 1-2 minutes to melt. Serve warm with toppings of choice.
Notes
Customize with beef or chicken, or swap kale for spinach. Great for meal prep and can be frozen without cheese.