Southwest Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet
An all-in-one meal that balances hearty ground beef with sweet potatoes and spices for a quick, nutritious dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Beef
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 or leaner)
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (any color)
- 1 onion, diced (yellow or white)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Warm a tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and chopped bell peppers. Sauté until they soften, about 4–5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Push the vegetables to one side of the pan. Add the ground beef to the cleared space. Break it apart with a spoon and cook until browned and no longer pink.
- Mix the beef and vegetables together. Stir in the diced sweet potatoes, drained black beans, and corn. Sprinkle the chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper over everything.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover the skillet and cook for about 15–20 minutes. Stir occasionally and check the sweet potatoes — they’re done when you can pierce them easily with a fork.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Swap ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for beef or try butternut squash instead of sweet potatoes for a twist. For a sweet finish, pair with candy cane cookies.