Description
Southwest Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet is a vibrant, one-pan dish that combines the hearty flavors of lean ground beef and sweet potatoes with colorful bell peppers and aromatic spices. Ready in under 30 minutes, this meal is perfect for busy weeknights, offering a delicious balance of savory and sweet that will transport your taste buds to the Southwest. With its ease of preparation and ability to customize, it’s a delightful option for any family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 cups diced)
- 1 cup bell peppers (any color, diced)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Dice sweet potatoes, bell peppers, and onion into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and bell peppers; sauté for about 5 minutes until soft.
- Push veggies aside; add ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes.
- Stir in sweet potatoes, garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Cover skillet with a lid; reduce heat to low and cook for about 10 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
- Serve hot and garnish with fresh cilantro or avocado if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg