Description
A quick and delicious Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner. Ground turkey is cooked with sweet potatoes and seasoned with taco spices, then topped with melted cheddar cheese and served with fresh lettuce, Greek yogurt, salsa, and guacamole for a flavorful and balanced meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein & Vegetables
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 1 large sweet potato, diced small
- Romaine lettuce, finely chopped
Seasonings & Fats
- 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 package low sodium taco seasoning (or homemade gluten-free seasoning)
Dairy & Toppings
- 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- Greek yogurt
- Salsa
- Guacamole or mashed avocado
Instructions
- Cook the Turkey: Heat 1/2 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks, about 5–7 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Cook the Sweet Potato: While the turkey cooks, heat the remaining 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil in another pan over medium heat. Add the diced sweet potato and cook until tender and lightly browned, about 8–10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the cooked sweet potato to the skillet with the turkey. Stir in the diced onion and taco seasoning, cooking for another 3–4 minutes until the onion softens and everything is well combined.
- Add the Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the turkey and sweet potato mixture. Cover and cook for 2–3 minutes, or until the cheese melts.
- Serve: Serve the skillet meal topped with finely chopped romaine lettuce, a dollop of Greek yogurt, salsa, or guacamole as desired.
Notes
- Use lean ground turkey for a healthier dish with less fat.
- You can substitute sweet potato with regular potatoes if preferred.
- For a gluten-free meal, ensure taco seasoning is gluten-free or make your own seasoning mix.
- Customize toppings according to preference, such as adding jalapeños or green onions.
- This recipe is easily doubled for meal prep or larger gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
