Description
A delicious and hearty Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Bake featuring seasoned ground turkey, tender sweet potatoes, and optional peas, all baked to perfection in the oven. This comforting casserole combines warm spices like paprika and cumin with savory ingredients, making it a perfect wholesome meal for any night.
Ingredients
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup frozen peas (optional)
Spices and Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Liquids and Oils
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Garnish
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Cook the Ground Turkey: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Vegetables: Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the turkey. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
- Season the Mixture: Stir in paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper until the spices are evenly combined with the turkey and vegetables.
- Combine Sweet Potatoes: Add the diced sweet potatoes to the skillet and mix thoroughly to combine with the turkey mixture.
- Add Broth: Pour in the chicken broth and stir well. Let the mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes until the sweet potatoes begin to soften but are not fully cooked.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the turkey and sweet potato mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, spreading evenly.
- Add Peas: If using, sprinkle the frozen peas evenly over the top of the mixture.
- Bake: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Then remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes until the sweet potatoes are tender and casserole is cooked through.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired before serving warm.
Notes
- Use frozen peas or omit them if preferred.
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili flakes.
- Ground chicken or turkey can be substituted if desired.
- Make sure not to overcook the sweet potatoes during simmering; they finish cooking in the oven.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
