Hearty Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet
Hearty Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet is a comforting one-pan meal bursting with flavor. Juicy ground beef pairs perfectly with sweet, tender sweet potatoes, creating a dish that’s as warm and inviting as it is delicious. This easy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or relaxed weekends, providing a wholesome dinner that the entire family will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, diced (about 2 cups)
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Dice the sweet potatoes, onion, and bell pepper; mince the garlic.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper; sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Push veggies aside and add ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned (7-10 minutes), breaking it apart with a wooden spoon.
- Stir in sweet potatoes, garlic, canned tomatoes, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper; combine well.
- Cover and reduce heat to low; let simmer for about 20 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, season the beef while it cooks. Swap ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option. Include additional veggies like spinach or zucchini for more nutrition.