Description
Let’s talk comfort food, shall we? Ground turkey stuffed sweet potatoes are an absolute lifesaver in my kitchen! They are not just delicious; they’re a healthy option that isn’t going to keep you in the kitchen for hours. As a busy mom, I know how precious time is, and this recipe strikes that perfect balance between quick prep and flavorful satisfaction. Whether you’re looking for a cozy dinner for your family or impressing a few friends at a gathering, you can’t go wrong with these scrumptious stuffed potatoes. Trust me, they’ll have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup black beans (drained and rinsed)
- ½ cup canned corn (drained)
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- ½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- Plain Greek yogurt or sour cream, for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and pierce sweet potatoes with a fork. Bake directly on the oven rack for 45–50 minutes, until fork-tender.
- While the sweet potatoes are baking, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions and cook for 3–4 minutes, until translucent.
- Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds. Stir in ground turkey and cook until browned.
- Season the turkey with smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir to coat evenly.
- Add black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes. Simmer for 5–7 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
- When sweet potatoes are ready, remove them from the oven. Slice each down the center and gently mash the flesh with a fork to make space for the filling.
- Spoon the turkey mixture into each sweet potato. Top with shredded cheese and return to the oven for 5 minutes until melted.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and a dollop of Greek yogurt or sour cream if desired.
Notes
- Feel free to customize the recipe with your favorite beans or vegetables.
- For a spicier version, add more chili powder or some diced jalapeños.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated when needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg