Easy Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Bake
A wholesome and satisfying one-dish dinner blending lean ground turkey, colorful vegetables, and nutrient-rich sweet potatoes, all baked together with cheesy goodness.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb 93% lean ground turkey
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into uniform ½-inch cubes
- 2 medium bell peppers, diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach, packed
- 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Spices and Broth
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp paprika
- 0.25 cup chicken broth
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Place the diced sweet potatoes in a large microwave-safe bowl with 2 tablespoons of water. Cover loosely and microwave on high for 8–12 minutes until softened, draining excess water afterward.
Cooking
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground turkey with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 6–8 minutes until fully cooked.
- Add diced onion and bell peppers; cook for 3–4 minutes until slightly softened. Stir in fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
- Toss the sweet potatoes into the turkey mixture. Transfer to the baking dish and pour chicken broth over the top.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove foil and test sweet potatoes for tenderness, baking additional 5-10 minutes if needed.
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the casserole and bake uncovered for an additional 8–10 minutes until cheese is melted and golden.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Microwave sweet potatoes just long enough to soften, but avoid overcooking. Ensure turkey is well crumbled for even cooking and flavor. Resting the dish for 5 minutes improves flavor melding.