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Healthy ground turkey sweet potato bake in a dish

Healthy Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Bake

A cozy casserole-style dish that layers lean ground turkey, diced sweet potatoes, and fresh spinach, spiced with paprika, cumin, and oregano, perfect for weeknight dinners and meal prep.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground turkey (lean) Use 93/7 lean turkey for less fat
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced Cut into approximately 1/2-inch pieces for even cooking
  • 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth Can be substituted with vegetable broth for a poultry-free option
  • 1/2 cup shredded low-fat cheese (optional) Omit for lower calories

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté 3 to 4 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  4. Add the ground turkey. Break it apart and cook 5 to 7 minutes until browned and no longer pink.
  5. Stir in paprika, ground cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook 1 to 2 minutes to bloom the spices and smell the aroma.
  6. Add the chopped spinach and diced sweet potatoes. Stir to combine.
  7. Pour in 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes so the sweet potatoes begin to soften.
  8. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and spread it evenly.
  9. If using cheese, sprinkle the shredded low-fat cheese over the top.
  10. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  11. Remove the foil and bake an additional 15 to 20 minutes until the sweet potatoes are fork-tender and the cheese is bubbly if used.
  12. Let the bake rest for a few minutes before scooping and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5g

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the refrigerator. For longer storage, freeze portions for up to 3 months. Reheat thoroughly before serving.

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