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Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet

Ground turkey sweet potato skillet cooks lean turkey and fork-tender sweet potatoes together in a 12-inch skillet with smoked paprika and cumin. Baby spinach wilts in at the end for a quick, one-pan dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 27 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 330
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb ground turkey 93% lean
  • 1 yellow onion medium, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 lb sweet potatoes peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 0.5 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp ground cumin
  • 0.75 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 5 oz baby spinach

Equipment

  • 1 12-inch skillet

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat, then add the turkey and cook, breaking it into small pieces, until browned and it reaches 165°F, 6–8 minutes; transfer to a plate.
  2. Add the onion to the skillet and cook over medium heat until softened, about 4 minutes, then stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  3. Add the sweet potatoes, chicken broth, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper; cover and cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are fork-tender, 12–16 minutes.
  4. Return the turkey to the skillet, add the spinach, and stir until the spinach wilts and the turkey is heated through, 1–2 minutes.

Notes

For the best browning, break the turkey into small pieces as it cooks. Refrigerate leftovers for 3–4 days; freeze for up to 3 months. Vegetable broth can replace the chicken broth for a simple swap.