Description
Hearty ground turkey sweet potato skillet combines lean protein with nutrient-dense vegetables in a single-pan meal. Bold Mediterranean flavors and quick preparation make this dish perfect for weeknight dinners you can enjoy without complicated cooking techniques.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450 g) ground turkey
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into small cubes
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup fresh spinach or kale, chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp chili powder (optional for spice)
- salt and black pepper, to taste
- 0.25 cup chicken broth or water (optional for softening sweet potatoes)
- fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Potato Preparation: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium temperature. Add diced sweet potatoes, cooking for 5-7 minutes until slightly softened. If potatoes appear dry, splash chicken broth and cover momentarily to generate steam and ensure uniform cooking.
- Meat Integration: Clear a section of the skillet and add ground turkey. Methodically break apart the meat using a spatula until it transforms from pink to a consistent brown coloration. Blend cooked turkey with sweet potatoes.
- Vegetable Sauté: Introduce finely chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced bell pepper to the skillet. Stir periodically to prevent adhering and promote caramelization, creating a harmonious flavor foundation.
- Seasoning Infusion: Sprinkle paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper across the mixture. Thoroughly mix to guarantee each ingredient is evenly coated with robust spice profiles.
- Final Composition: Gently fold leafy greens into the hot skillet, allowing spinach or kale to wilt and become tender within 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and optionally garnish with freshly chopped parsley or cilantro. Serve immediately while maintaining optimal temperature and aromatic qualities.
Notes
- Potato Precision: Cut sweet potatoes into uniform, small cubes (about 1/2 inch) to ensure even and quick cooking, preventing some pieces from becoming mushy while others remain undercooked.
- Moisture Management: Add chicken broth sparingly to prevent sticking and create steam, which helps soften sweet potatoes without making the dish watery or soggy.
- Seasoning Strategy: Toast spices briefly in the skillet before mixing to enhance their flavor depth and release aromatic oils, creating a more complex taste profile.
- Greens Handling: Add leafy greens at the very end and remove from heat quickly to maintain their vibrant color and prevent wilting into a mushy texture, preserving nutritional value and visual appeal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg