Description
Mediterranean-inspired one-skillet turkey and sweet potatoes merge lean protein with nutritious root vegetables for a quick family dinner. Home cooks can enjoy this simple, nourishing meal that delivers robust flavors and complete nutrition in less than 45 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground turkey
Vegetables:
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, diced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup spinach or kale, chopped
Spices and Liquids:
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) chicken broth
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a spacious cast-iron skillet over medium-high temperature, creating an even cooking surface.
- Sauté diced onions and minced garlic until they release a fragrant aroma and become translucent, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Introduce ground turkey to the skillet, sprinkling salt, pepper, paprika, cumin, and chili powder. Break meat into crumbly pieces and cook until completely browned and no pink remains.
- Incorporate diced sweet potatoes, chopped bell peppers, and chicken broth into the skillet. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes, gently stirring midway to ensure even cooking and prevent sticking.
- Fold fresh spinach or kale into the mixture, allowing greens to wilt and become tender for an additional 2 minutes.
- Taste and fine-tune seasonings, adding extra spices if needed for enhanced flavor profile.
- Remove from heat and serve immediately while piping hot, creating a nutritious one-pan meal with vibrant colors and balanced textures.
Notes
- Swap ground turkey with plant-based crumbles for a vegetarian version that maintains protein content and flavor profile.
- Use fresh sweet potatoes with bright orange color for maximum nutritional density and sweeter taste.
- Add a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes for extra heat and metabolism-boosting properties.
- Consider garnishing with fresh cilantro or green onions to enhance visual appeal and add a bright, fresh layer of flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 305 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 270 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg