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Ground turkey and sweet potato skillet dish served in a pan.

Ground Turkey and Sweet Potato Skillet

A comforting and quick weeknight dinner featuring ground turkey, sweet potatoes, and black beans topped with melted cheddar cheese and salsa sour cream.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 410

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 pound ground turkey Lean protein.
  • 2 cups diced sweet potatoes (about 1 large) Adds natural sweetness and fiber.
  • 1 15 ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed Plant-based protein source.
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder For smoky flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin Adds warmth to the dish.
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded Use sharp for more flavor.
Toppings
  • 3 each green onions, sliced
  • 1 each tomato, diced
  • 1/3 cup sour cream Consider Greek yogurt for a tangy option.
  • 1/3 cup salsa

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Put the diced sweet potatoes on a plate and cover them with a damp paper towel. Microwave about 5 minutes until tender. Let them rest while you prep other items.
  2. In a small bowl, stir together the sour cream and salsa. Chill it in the fridge so it stays cool when served.
Cooking
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium high. Add the ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until no longer pink at the center, about 5 minutes. If the pan releases excess liquid, drain it to avoid soggy results.
  2. Add the cooked sweet potatoes, drained black beans, kosher salt, chipotle chili powder, and cumin. Stir gently to combine and cook for about 5 more minutes to let flavors mingle and everything heat through.
  3. Remove the skillet from heat. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar over the top and let it sit a couple minutes so the cheese melts from the residual heat.
  4. Garnish with sliced green onions and diced tomato. Serve portions topped with a dollop of the chilled salsa sour cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 32gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4g

Notes

Cool leftovers within two hours and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat or microwave in 30-second bursts. For freezing, portion into freezer-safe containers and freeze up to 3 months.

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