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Quick Southwest Ground Turkey and Sweet Potato Skillet

A close-up of a savory sweet potato skillet topped with ground meat and melted cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese.
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This one-pan skillet meal replaces takeout with a hearty, flavorful dinner ready in 30 minutes. You get lean ground turkey, tender sweet potatoes, and bold Tex-Mex spices, all cooked start-to-finish in a single skillet for minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning mix
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground turkey and chopped onion. Cook, breaking up the meat, until the turkey is browned and the onion is soft, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain any excess grease from the skillet.
  2. Add the diced sweet potatoes to the skillet. Stir to combine with the turkey mixture. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sweet potatoes begin to soften slightly.
  3. Stir in the taco seasoning, black beans, corn, and water. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the skillet, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork. Stir halfway through cooking.
  5. Remove the lid. Sprinkle the cheese evenly over the top of the skillet mixture. Cover again and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and gooey.
  6. Remove from heat. Serve the easy one pan dinner directly from the skillet.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use ground beef instead of ground turkey.
  • If you prefer a spicier dish, add 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper with the taco seasoning.
  • Serve this family friendly skillet dinner topped with a dollop of sour cream or fresh cilantro for added freshness.

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