Description
A quick and delicious skillet dish featuring ground beef and sweet potatoes, perfect for a weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced (about 2 cups)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped (any color)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup frozen peas (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper, and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in the diced sweet potatoes, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
- Pour in the beef broth, bring to a simmer, then cover the skillet. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally.
- If using, stir in the frozen peas and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- For added flavor, try incorporating different spices like chili powder or Italian seasoning.
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option, or use black beans for a vegetarian version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg