This Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet is a flavorful one-pan meal that comes together in just 30 minutes. It’s loaded with tender sweet potatoes, ground turkey, and veggies for a quick and cozy dinner idea.

If you’ve been loving my Dinner in a Pinch series, you’re going to want to add this Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet to your list. It’s cozy, easy, and ready in about 30 minutes—just like my Lemon Herb Chicken Meatballs, Kelp Noodle Stir Fry, or Chicken Piccata that you guys always ask for whenever you need something quick but still homemade.

I like to load mine up with cottage cheese, fresh avocado slices, and a drizzle of hot honey for the ultimate sweet and savory moment. And if you’ve made my Ground Turkey Zucchini Boats before, you already know I’m all about sneaky ways to use up whatever’s left in the fridge without it feeling like “just leftovers.”

Ingredients for Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet (and Substitutions)

Olive oil: Helps get everything sautéing and adds great flavor. You can swap for avocado oil or any neutral oil if you prefer.

Sweet potatoes: Dice them small so they cook quickly and evenly. You could also use butternut squash if that’s what you have.

Ground turkey: A great base for this skillet! Ground chicken or ground beef would work too if you want to switch it up.

Onion: Adds flavor and a little sweetness. Any type of onion works — yellow, white, or even red.

Garlic: Fresh minced garlic gives the best flavor, but pre-minced garlic or even garlic powder will work in a pinch.

Bell pepper: Adds a pop of color and a little crunch. Any color bell pepper is fine here — red, yellow, or orange.

Spinach: Wilts down beautifully into the skillet. You could also use chopped kale or arugula if you want.

Bone broth: Adds moisture and extra flavor. You can use chicken broth, veggie broth, or even water if you don’t have broth on hand.

Spices: cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. This combo gives the skillet a warm, savory flavor with just a tiny kick. Feel free to adjust based on your spice preference — if you want more heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.

Shredded mozzarella cheese: Melts into the skillet for the best finishing touch. Feel free to swap for any melty cheese you like — Monterey Jack or cheddar would be delicious too.

Toppings: sliced avocado, cottage cheese or Greek yogurt, drizzle of honey, parsley
The toppings really pull it all together! You can mix and match based on what you have — I love the combo of cottage cheese and hot honey for that sweet-savory bite.

How to make one skillet ground turkey

Cook the sweet potatoes: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced sweet potatoes with a pinch of salt and cook for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Pour in the bone broth, cover, and let them steam for a few minutes until softened.

Brown the turkey: Push the sweet potatoes to one side of the skillet. Add a little more olive oil if needed, then add the ground turkey, diced onion, and minced garlic. Cook, breaking up the turkey, until browned and cooked through — about 5–7 minutes.

Season everything: Stir in the diced bell pepper and all the spices — cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 3–5 minutes until everything is combined and fragrant.

Add spinach and melt cheese: Mix in the chopped spinach and cook for 1–2 minutes until wilted.
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella on top and let it melt for about a minute.

Top and serve: Finish with sliced avocado, a dollop of cottage cheese, a drizzle of honey, and a sprinkle of parsley. Serve warm and enjoy!

Tips & Tricks for the Best Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet

• Dice the sweet potatoes small: Smaller pieces cook faster and give you those nice golden edges without burning.
• Cover and steam: Adding broth and covering the skillet helps soften the sweet potatoes without drying them out.
• Don’t skip the toppings: The cottage cheese, hot honey, and avocado totally take this skillet from good to chef’s kiss level — highly recommend piling them on!

How to Serve and Store Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet

Serve: This skillet is best served warm, straight from the pan. Top it with sliced avocado, a dollop of cottage cheese or Greek yogurt, a drizzle of honey, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for extra flavor.

Store: Let leftovers cool completely, then store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. To reheat, warm it up in a skillet over low heat or microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each, until heated through.

If you make this Sweet Potato Ground Turkey Skillet, I would really appreciate a comment and rating down below the recipe card. Don’t forget to take a picture and tag me over on Instagram, Tiktok, or Pinterest!

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ground turkey sweet potato skillet (a 30 minute meal!)

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Hannah Kling

This Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet is a flavorful one-pan meal that comes together in just 30 minutes. It's loaded with tender sweet potatoes, ground turkey, and veggies for a quick and cozy dinner idea.

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Total Time 30 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Ingredients  

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• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 medium sweet potatoes (diced small (~3 cups))
• 1 lb ground turkey
• ½ medium onion (diced)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 bell pepper (diced)
• 2 cups spinach chopped
• ½ cup bone broth
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp chili powder
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• Garnish with sliced avocado (cottage cheese or Greek yogurt and a drizzle of honey)

Instructions

• Cook the sweet potatoes: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
• Once the oil is hot, add the diced sweet potatoes and a pinch of salt. Stir occasionally, letting them cook for about 8–10 minutes until they start to soften and get some golden color.
• Pour in ½ cup of bone broth, cover the skillet with a lid, and let the sweet potatoes steam for another few minutes until they’re fork-tender. (This step helps them cook through without burning.)
• Push the sweet potatoes over to one side of the skillet to make room. If the skillet looks dry, add a little more olive oil.
• Add the ground turkey, diced onion, and minced garlic to the open space. Cook, breaking up the turkey with a spatula, for about 5–7 minutes or until the turkey is browned and fully cooked through.
• Once the turkey is cooked, stir it together with the sweet potatoes. Add the diced bell pepper, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together and cook for another 3–5 minutes until the veggies are softened and the skillet smells super fragrant.
• Toss in the chopped spinach and stir it through the skillet. It’ll wilt down quickly — about 1–2 minutes.
• Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top and let it melt for about a minute to finish it off.
• Spoon the skillet into bowls and load it up with all your favorite toppings. I personally love adding sliced avocado, a big scoop of cottage cheese, a drizzle of hot honey, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Dig in while it’s still warm and enjoy!

Notes

• Dice the sweet potatoes small so they cook evenly and soften faster. Bigger chunks will take longer and might not cook through by the time everything else is ready.
• Adjust the spices to your taste — if you like more heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or extra chili powder.
• Don’t skip the toppings! The sliced avocado, cottage cheese, and drizzle of honey totally take this skillet to the next level. Feel free to mix and match based on what you have.

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