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Southwest Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet

Southwest Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet for Cozy Nights

A comforting Southwest Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet that's quick to prepare and loved by the whole family.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southwest
Calories: 486
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil.
  • 1 medium Diced Onion Yellow or red onions work well.
  • 1 pound Lean Ground Beef Can swap for ground turkey or chicken.
  • 2 tablespoons Chili Powder Adjust quantity based on heat preference.
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Cumin No direct substitution suggested.
  • to taste Kosher Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
  • 3 cloves Grated Garlic Pre-minced garlic is an alternative.
  • 2 cups Sweet Potatoes Substitute with butternut squash if desired.
  • 1 can Fire Roasted Diced Tomatoes Regular canned tomatoes can substitute.
  • 1 can Canned Diced Green Chiles Use jalapeños for extra kick.
  • 1 cup Water Optional if preferring moisture from tomatoes.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Omit for a dairy-free option.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Fresh garnish, optional.

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat for about 1-2 minutes until shimmering.
  2. Add 1 pound of lean ground beef and 1 diced onion to the skillet. Sauté until nearly browned, 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in 3 cloves of grated garlic, 2 tablespoons of chili powder, and 1 tablespoon of ground cumin. Season with kosher salt and black pepper to taste.
  4. Add 2 cups of diced sweet potatoes, one can of fire roasted diced tomatoes, one can of diced green chiles, and about 1 cup of water. Stir well to combine.
  5. Cover and let the mixture simmer over medium heat for about 20 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
  6. Return the cooked beef mixture to the skillet and stir thoroughly for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Top with 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and cover for about 1 minute to melt.
  8. Remove from heat and sprinkle with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 486kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 28gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3.5mg

Notes

Cut sweet potatoes into even cubes for consistent cooking. Adjust seasoning to taste throughout the cooking process.

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