Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet Recipe
A flavorful one pan meal made with seasoned ground beef, tender sweet potatoes, and savory spices. This quick and wholesome skillet is perfect for busy weeknights nutritious, filling, and ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 medium sweet potatoes peeled and diced into ½-inch cubes
- 1 small onion diced
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Sweet PotatoesIn a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add diced sweet potatoes, sprinkle lightly with salt, and cook for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften. Remove and set aside.
- Brown the BeefAdd the remaining oil to the skillet. Cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add Vegetables and SeasoningStir in onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook for 3–4 minutes until vegetables are tender. Add smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper, and stir to coat.
- Bring It All TogetherReturn the sweet potatoes to the skillet. Stir well and cook for another 5–7 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the flavors have combined.
- ServeGarnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
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Notes
- For extra flavor, top with shredded cheese before serving.
- Swap ground beef for turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for heat.