Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet
Experience the combination of flavors and convenience with our Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet. Within 30 minutes you can savor this dish that showcases perfectly sautéed lean ground turkey infused with aromatic garlic, earthy cumin, and a touch of chili powder. The star ingredient, potatoes harmoniously join the mix imparting their sweetness to every mouthwatering bite. As this hearty skillet simmers yellow bell peppers and onions add a burst of color and satisfying crunch. To top it all off a generous layer of melted mozzarella crowns this masterpiece. Finished with a sprinkle of cilantro, as a garnish this recipe exemplifies the joy of quick yet nutritious cooking that brings both pleasure to the taste buds and nourishment to the soul.
6 Servings
Ingredients
- 3 small or 2 large sweet potatoes peeled and diced (about 3 c.)
- 1 lb. ground turkey
- 1 yellow bell pepper
- 1 c. onion diced
- ½ c. mozzarella shredded
- ½ c. water
- ¼ c. cilantro chopped
- 2 tbsp. olive oil
- 1.5 tbsp. ground cumin
- 1 tbsp. garlic minced
- 1 tsp. chili powder
- ½ tsp. salt
- ¼ tsp. pepper
Instructions
- Start by heating 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet, over high heat. Then add 1 tablespoon of garlic. Cook it for about 1 minute.
- Next, incorporate 1 pound of ground turkey into the skillet. Use a spoon to break it apart while cooking. Keep stirring until the turkey is nicely browned, for 8 minutes.
- Now it's time to add some flavors! Sprinkle in 1.5 tablespoons of ground cumin, 1 teaspoon of chili powder, half a teaspoon of salt and a quarter teaspoon of pepper. Give everything a stir to ensure the spices are well distributed.
- To continue building the dish introduce 1 cup of onion and one yellow bell pepper into the skillet. Cook them for around 3 to 4 minutes until they become soft and tender.
- Incorporate 3 cups of potatoes and half a cup of water into the mixture. Stir everything together, cover the skillet with a lid and let it simmer for 6 to 8 minutes until the sweet potatoes are nice and tender. If needed you can add water during this process.
- Once cooked to your liking, taste and adjust the seasoning by adding salt or pepper if desired. Finish off by sprinkling half a cup of mozzarella cheese on top. Allow it to melt beautifully before garnishing it with a quarter cup of chopped cilantro.
- Finally, your delicious dish is ready to be enjoyed!
Notes
To make sure that this Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet is gluten-free it's important to be careful when selecting your ingredients. Make sure the ground turkey doesn't have any additives that could contain gluten. Always check the labels, on your spices and seasonings as some blends might have wheat-based fillers. Also, use a cooking oil that is specifically labeled as gluten-free to be safe. When choosing mozzarella cheese go for a brand that clearly states its products are gluten-free because some pre-shredded cheeses may have caking agents with gluten in them. With these considerations in mind, you can enjoy this dish without any concerns.