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Delicious Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Bake served in a casserole dish.

Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Bake

A hearty and nutritious one-pan meal featuring ground turkey, caramelized sweet potatoes, and colorful vegetables, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground turkey (preferably 93 percent lean)
  • 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1/2 inch cubes
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini, carrots), diced Frozen mixed vegetables work well.
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika Use smoked paprika for deeper flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for sautéing
  • Fresh herbs for garnish such as parsley or thyme

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a medium baking dish.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  3. Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Break it up with a spoon and cook until no pink remains and it begins to brown, about 6 to 8 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika while it cooks.
  4. Stir in the diced sweet potatoes and mixed vegetables. Toss so the spices coat the turkey and vegetables evenly. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes to combine flavors.
  5. Transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish and spread into an even layer. Cover the dish tightly with foil.
Baking
  1. Bake covered for 25 minutes to let the sweet potatoes soften and steam through.
  2. Remove the foil and return the dish to the oven. Bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and some edges are lightly browned.
  3. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or thyme before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5g

Notes

This dish can be served alone or paired with a salad, quinoa, or brown rice. It reheats well and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to four days or frozen for three months.

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