Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet – Easy Healthy Dinner Recipe
This Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet is a wholesome one-pan meal packed with lean protein and tender veggies.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
- Transfer the turkey to a plate and set aside.
- Add the remaining olive oil to the skillet.
- Cook onion and garlic for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add sweet potatoes and cook for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in bell pepper, zucchini, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Return the turkey to the skillet and mix well.
- Cover and cook for another 5–7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.