One Pot Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet (Quick & Healthy)

Instructions

1. Sauté the Aromatics: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and red bell pepper. Sauté for 4–5 minutes until softened and fragrant. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until aromatic.
2. Brown the Turkey: Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Season with a pinch of salt and black pepper. Break the meat apart with a wooden spoon and cook for 5–7 minutes until fully browned and no pink remains.
3. Simmer the Sweet Potatoes: Add the diced sweet potatoes, ground cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, and dried oregano to the skillet. Stir well to coat everything in the spices. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
4. Cover and Cook: Bring the liquid to a simmer, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover the skillet with a lid and let it cook for 10–12 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are fork-tender and most of the broth has been absorbed.
5. Add Greens and Finish: Remove the lid, stir in the fresh baby spinach, and cook for 1–2 minutes until the spinach is wilted. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
6. Serve: Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro or green onions and serve warm right out of the skillet!