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Ground Turkey and Sweet Potato Skillet

A cozy one-pan skillet dinner with lean ground turkey, tender sweet potatoes, kale, and melted cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 395
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Skillet
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 small yellow onion diced
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes peeled and cut into small cubes
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
  • 1/3 cup low-sodium chicken broth or water
  • 3 cups kale chopped, stems removed
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella or white cheddar cheese
  • 1 tablespoon parsley chopped, optional for serving

Equipment

  • 1 large skillet preferably oven-safe with a lid
  • 1 cutting board
  • 1 chef's knife
  • 1 wooden spoon
  • 1 measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
  2. Add the ground turkey and diced onion. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, breaking up the meat, until the turkey is browned and the onion is softened.
  3. Stir in the sweet potatoes, garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, dried thyme, and crushed red pepper flakes if using.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth or water and stir well. Cover and cook over medium-low heat for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring once or twice, until the sweet potatoes begin to soften.
  5. Uncover and add the chopped kale. Stir until the greens wilt and the sweet potatoes are fork-tender, about 3 to 5 minutes more. Add a small splash of broth if needed.
  6. Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top.
  7. Cover for 2 to 3 minutes, or broil briefly if the skillet is broiler-safe, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Top with chopped parsley if desired and serve warm.

Notes

Cut the sweet potatoes into small cubes so they cook evenly. Spinach can replace kale for a softer texture. Watch carefully if using the broiler so the cheese does not burn.