Southwest Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet
A quick weeknight dinner packed with flavor and nutrition featuring ground beef, sweet potatoes, and colorful veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Southwestern
- Diet: None
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14 oz)
- 1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and bell pepper, sauté until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
- Stir in the ground beef, breaking it apart, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Mix in the diced sweet potatoes, diced tomatoes, corn, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Cover and let cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sweet potatoes are tender.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
Feel free to swap out the ground beef for turkey or plant-based protein. Store leftovers in an airtight container; can be refrigerated for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
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