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Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Bake

Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Bake: Comfort Food Made Easy

A nutritious Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Bake that combines lean protein and sweet potatoes, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bake
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey Lean protein source
  • 3 medium Sweet Potatoes Leave skin on for added fiber
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For sautéing
  • 1 medium Onion Diced
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper Diced
  • 2 cups Spinach Fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Gluten-free if necessary
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Shredded

Equipment

  • Oven
  • skillet
  • baking dish
  • cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with olive oil.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown the ground turkey with spices for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add diced onions and bell peppers to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables soften.
  4. Incorporate sweet potato cubes and spinach, stirring well and cooking for an additional 3-5 minutes.
  5. Transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish and pour chicken broth over it.
  6. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  7. Uncover and sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top. Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  8. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is ideal for leftovers; store in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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