Description

A hearty and nutritious casserole combining lean ground turkey, tender sweet potatoes, and a zesty chipotle honey sauce, topped with melted cheese and fresh spinach. Perfect for a wholesome dinner or meal prep.

Ingredients

For the Casserole:

3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 pound 93% lean dark meat ground turkey
1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1 teaspoon granulated garlic powder
4 cups chopped sweet potatoes
¼ cup water
1 cup packed baby spinach
½ cup Chipotle Honey Vinaigrette (recipe below)
⅓ cup grated cheese of choice (e.g., cheddar, Monterey Jack)

For the Chipotle Honey Vinaigrette:

1 small garlic clove, peeled and finely minced or grated
½ teaspoon kosher salt
2 teaspoons minced chipotle peppers (from a can of chipotles in adobo)
2 teaspoons honey (omit for Whole30 or low sugar)
¼ cup fresh lime juice
⅓ cup avocado oil
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Prepare the Chipotle Honey Vinaigrette:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, kosher salt, chipotle peppers, honey, lime juice, and avocado oil.
- Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste. Set aside.
Cook the Sweet Potatoes:
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped sweet potatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften, about 10 minutes.
- Add ¼ cup of water, cover, and cook for an additional 5–7 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender. Remove from heat and set aside.
Cook the Ground Turkey:
- In the same skillet, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the ground turkey, kosher salt, and garlic powder. Cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 7–10 minutes.
Combine and Assemble:
- Add the cooked sweet potatoes to the skillet with the ground turkey. Stir in the baby spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
- Pour in the prepared Chipotle Honey Vinaigrette and stir to combine.
- Sprinkle the grated cheese over the top and cover the skillet. Cook for an additional 2–3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
Serve:
- Spoon the casserole onto plates and serve warm. Optional: Garnish with additional fresh spinach or cilantro.

Notes

For a Whole30-compliant version, omit the honey in the vinaigrette and use a compliant sweetener if desired.

This casserole can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated before serving.

Feel free to customize the cheese topping to your preference; sharp cheddar or Monterey Jack work well.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Casserole
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Ground Turkey, Sweet Potato, Casserole, Chipotle Honey Vinaigrette, Healthy Dinner