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Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Bake

Ground turkey sweet potato bake combines browned turkey, tender sweet potato cubes, and melted cheddar in a 9x13-inch baking dish. The covered bake keeps the potatoes moist as they cook until fork-tender.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion medium, diced
  • 1 bell pepper medium, diced
  • 1.5 lb ground turkey
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 0.5 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 2 lb sweet potatoes peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 0.5 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded

Equipment

  • 1 9x13-inch baking dish
  • 1 large skillet

Method
 

  1. Heat the oven to 400°F and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, add the onion and bell pepper, and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
  3. Add the ground turkey and cook for 7 to 9 minutes, breaking it up as it browns, until no longer pink and it reaches 165°F.
  4. Stir in the garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper, and cook for 30 seconds.
  5. Add the sweet potatoes and chicken broth, then stir to combine.
  6. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, cover tightly with foil, and bake for 35 to 45 minutes, until the sweet potatoes are fork-tender.
  7. Remove the foil and sprinkle the cheddar evenly over the top.
  8. Bake uncovered for 5 to 8 minutes, until the cheese is melted.
  9. Let the bake rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

For even cooking, cut the sweet potatoes into uniform 1/2-inch cubes. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 4 days; freeze for up to 3 months. For a dairy-free variation, use dairy-free shredded cheddar.