Description
A flavorful and hearty Turkey and Sweet Potato skillet recipe, perfect for a quick and healthy weeknight dinner. Ground turkey is cooked with sautéed sweet potatoes, onions, and taco seasoning, then mixed with melted cheddar cheese. Served warm with fresh toppings like romaine lettuce, Greek yogurt, salsa, and guacamole for a deliciously balanced meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein & Vegetables
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 1 large sweet potato, diced small
Seasoning & Oil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 package of low sodium taco seasoning (ensure gluten free if needed)
Dairy & Toppings
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Romaine lettuce, finely chopped
- Greek yogurt
- Salsa
- Guacamole or mashed avocado
Instructions
- Heat Oil: Heat half the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat to prepare for cooking the turkey.
- Brown Turkey: Add the ground turkey to the skillet, season with salt and black pepper, and cook until browned and fully cooked. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil, then sauté the diced onion and sweet potatoes until they are soft and tender.
- Combine Meat and Veggies: Return the cooked turkey to the skillet with the softened sweet potatoes and onions, stirring to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Add Seasoning: Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the mixture and add a splash of water. Stir and cook for a few minutes until the flavors meld and everything is heated through.
- Melt Cheese: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until it melts completely, evenly coating the turkey and vegetables.
- Serve: Serve the turkey and sweet potato skillet warm. Top with finely chopped romaine lettuce, Greek yogurt, salsa, and guacamole or mashed avocado as desired for added flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use lean ground turkey to reduce fat content.
- Choose low sodium taco seasoning to keep sodium levels in check.
- For a gluten-free version, verify the seasoning is gluten free.
- Sweet potatoes should be diced small to ensure they cook through evenly and quickly.
- Optional toppings like Greek yogurt provide a creamy contrast and add protein.
- This recipe reheats well for leftovers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: turkey skillet, sweet potato recipe, ground turkey dinner, healthy taco skillet, low sodium taco, easy weeknight meal
