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Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Bake

Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Bake: Comfort Food Your Family Loves

Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Bake is a protein-packed meal perfect for families, combining lean ground turkey and sweet potatoes in a delicious casserole.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bake
  • 1 lb Ground Turkey Lean protein source, can substitute with ground beef for richer flavor.
  • 4 cups Sweet Potatoes Peeled and diced.
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil For sautéing.
  • 1 medium Onion Diced.
  • 2 cups Bell Peppers Diced, any color.
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach Washes and chopped.
For the Spice Mix
  • 1 tbsp Chili Powder Adjust based on spice preference.
  • 1 tsp Cumin For smoky flavor.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Convenient seasoning.
  • 1 tsp Paprika Smoked paprika for variation.
  • 1 tsp Salt To taste.
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper To taste.
For the Creamy Topping
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Dairy-free cheese can be used.
For Moisture
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Ensure gluten-free if necessary.

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Skillet
  • spatula
  • Aluminum foil

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, add ground turkey and sprinkle spices. Cook for 6–8 minutes until browned.
  3. Add diced onions and bell peppers to the skillet, sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.
  4. Mix in sweet potatoes and spinach, allow spinach to wilt for 2 minutes.
  5. Transfer the mixture to the baking dish, pour chicken broth over, cover with aluminum foil, and bake for 20 minutes.
  6. Remove foil, sprinkle cheese on top, and bake uncovered for an additional 10–15 minutes until cheese is bubbly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Perfect for meal prep, can be assembled ahead of time and kept in the fridge for 24 hours before baking.

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