Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Bake Recipe
Try this Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Bake Recipe with 3 layers that satisfy hunger and bring comfort in every bite
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers (any color you prefer)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C).
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
- Add the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
- Season the turkey mixture with smoked paprika, cumin, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine all the flavors.
- Stir in the chopped bell peppers, then pour in the chicken broth. Let this simmer for 2-3 minutes until the mixture slightly reduces and the vegetables soften.
- Toss the diced sweet potatoes with a little olive oil, salt, and pepper, then spread them evenly in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Pour the turkey mixture over the top of the sweet potatoes, spreading it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese liberally on top.
- Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is melted and golden and the sweet potatoes are fork-tender.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
A simple, tasty, and nutritious ground turkey sweet potato bake recipe that combines lean protein and the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes in one easy bake.