Description

Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet is a delicious, hearty dish that blends savory ground beef with the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes. Perfect for cozy evenings or impressing guests, this recipe is not only flavorful but also easy to prepare. Enjoy the delightful aroma and vibrant colors as you create a comforting meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb lean ground beef
2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced (about 2 cups)
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 bell pepper (any color), chopped
2 tsp cumin
1 tsp paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Prepare your ingredients by washing and dicing sweet potatoes, chopping onion, and bell pepper.
In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add onions and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes). Stir in garlic.
Increase the heat slightly, add ground beef, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned while breaking apart the beef.
Stir in diced sweet potatoes and bell peppers. Add a splash of water or broth to help steam the mixture.
Cover the skillet and let simmer on low for about 20 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving warm with cilantro on top.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 550mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 20g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: - For added nutrition, substitute regular potatoes with sweet potatoes or mix in beans for extra protein. - Customize your spices to change up the flavor profile; try adding chili powder or oregano.