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Turkey and Sweet Potato Skillet

A one-pan skillet meal saves time and cleanup. Ground turkey and diced sweet potatoes cook quickly together with spices. The result is a hearty but clean dinner ready in minutes.
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Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes peeled and diced
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/4 tsp chili flakes optional
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add diced sweet potatoes and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender.
  • Add onion, red bell pepper, and garlic; sauté for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and softened.
  • Push vegetables to the side and add ground turkey to the skillet.
  • Cook turkey, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Stir in smoked paprika, cumin, chili flakes, salt, and pepper, combining with vegetables and turkey.
  • Add fresh spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted.
  • Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.