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Healthy Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet

Savory Healthy Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet Delight

This Healthy Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet is a quick, nutritious meal perfect for busy weeknights, combining savory turkey and sweet potatoes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey Choose 93/7 for leaner meat or 85/15 for added flavor.
  • 2 cups Sweet Potatoes Cut into uniform 1/2-inch cubes.
  • 2 tablespoons Cooking Oil Use olive oil for better flavor.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced for robust flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Onion Chopped, cook until translucent.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Use to enhance the garlic flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust to your spice tolerance.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Optional, enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Feel free to omit for a dairy-free option.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Add sweet potatoes and sauté for 10-15 minutes until tender and lightly caramelized.
  3. In the same skillet, add oil, garlic, and onion, sauté for 3-5 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  4. Push mixture aside and add ground turkey, cook for 2-3 minutes until browned.
  5. Season with onion powder, garlic powder, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper, stir and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Lower heat and top with mozzarella cheese, cover, and let melt for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Serve hot, stirring to combine all flavors before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Customize with your favorite veggies or spices for a personal touch.

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