Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Bake
This dish combines ground turkey and sweet potatoes for a hearty meal.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Baking dish
Ingredients
The Protein Foundation
- 1 lb Ground Turkey Opt for 93% lean.
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For sautéing.
The Vegetable Core
- 2 large Sweet Potatoes Cubed into ½-inch pieces.
- 2 medium Bell Peppers Use red and yellow for sweetness.
- 1 medium Onion White or yellow.
- 2 cups Spinach Fresh baby spinach.
The Flavor Profile
- 1.5 cups Mozzarella Cheese Shredded, part-skim works well.
- 1 teaspoon Chili Powder For warmth.
- 1 teaspoon Cumin Adds earthiness.
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Essential savory note.
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika is best.
- 0.25 cup Chicken Broth Steams the potatoes.
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned.
- Add chopped onion, bell peppers, and sweet potatoes to the skillet. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Add the spinach and chicken broth. Cook until the spinach wilts.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish. Top with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
You can substitute other vegetables like zucchini or add spices according to your taste.