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Southwest Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet

Quick and Easy Southwest Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet

This Southwest Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet is a quick and easy one-pan dish packed with flavor and nutrition, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southwest
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil.
  • 1 medium Diced Onion Yellow or red onion works well.
  • 1 pound Lean Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder Adjust amount to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Can substitute with coriander.
  • to taste Kosher Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 3 cloves Grated Garlic Use fresh garlic for best results.
  • 2 medium Sweet Potatoes Can substitute with butternut squash.
  • 1 can Fire Roasted Diced Tomatoes Or use plain diced tomatoes.
  • 1 can Canned Diced Green Chiles Or use fresh jalapeños for extra spice.
  • 1 cup Water Can replace with low-sodium broth.
For Topping
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack are alternatives.
  • Cilantro Optional garnish.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat for about 1 minute.
  2. Add the ground beef and diced onion, crumbling the beef as it cooks. Season with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the beef is no longer pink.
  3. Stir in the grated garlic and cook for an additional minute. Transfer the mixture to a plate.
  4. In the same skillet, combine sweet potatoes, fire-roasted tomatoes, diced green chiles, and water. Season with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
  5. Cover and let simmer for about 20 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
  6. Return the beef mixture to the skillet, stir to combine, and top with shredded cheese. Cover until the cheese is melted, about 2-3 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat and garnish with cilantro if desired. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 20mg

Notes

For optimal results, ensure sweet potatoes are cut uniformly and adjust spices to taste. Freeze leftovers without cheese for best results.

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