Description
Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Casserole is a comforting and nutritious dish perfect for family dinners or cozy weeknights. This delightful casserole features lean ground turkey paired with creamy sweet potatoes, aromatic spices, and a hint of savory goodness. Its inviting aroma and vibrant layers will have everyone coming back for seconds, making it a go-to recipe for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 2 large sweet potatoes (about 2 cups diced)
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground turkey with chopped onion and minced garlic until no longer pink (about 7-10 minutes).
- While the turkey cooks, peel and dice sweet potatoes. Boil in water until fork-tender (10-12 minutes), then drain.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooked turkey mixture, sweet potatoes, chicken broth, paprika, cumin, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Transfer mixture to the prepared baking dish and bake covered for about 25 minutes.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: - For added creaminess, mix in ½ cup of cream cheese before baking. - Swap sweet potatoes for regular potatoes or add black beans for extra protein.