Description
Sizzling ground beef sweet potato skillet brings comfort right to your dinner table with minimal effort. This hearty one-pan wonder combines lean protein and roasted sweet potatoes for a satisfying meal that comes together faster than calling for takeout.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 lb lean ground beef
Vegetables:
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
Seasonings and Additional Items:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup beef broth or water
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Warm 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat at 375°F. Sauté 1 diced medium onion for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
- Add 1 pound lean ground beef to the skillet. Crumble the meat using a wooden spatula and cook for 6-7 minutes until completely browned and no pink remains.
- Toss 2 peeled and cubed medium sweet potatoes into the skillet. Stir thoroughly to combine with the meat and onions.
- Sprinkle 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon paprika, ½ teaspoon chili powder, and salt and pepper across the mixture. Mix well to distribute spices evenly.
- Pour 1 cup beef broth into the skillet if the mixture seems dry. Reduce heat to medium-low at 250°F and cover the pan.
- Simmer the skillet contents for 12-15 minutes, checking occasionally to ensure sweet potatoes become fork-tender without burning.
- Remove the lid and let the mixture sit for 2-3 minutes to allow any excess liquid to evaporate and concentrate the flavors.
Notes
- Ground beef works best when browned thoroughly, creating delicious crispy bits that add flavor to the entire dish.
- Sweet potatoes can vary in cooking time depending on their size, so cutting them into uniform small cubes ensures even cooking.
- Swap ground beef for ground turkey or plant-based crumbles to make the skillet adaptable for different dietary preferences.
- Consider topping the skillet with fresh herbs like cilantro or green onions for a burst of brightness and added nutrition.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: One-Skillet
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg