Description

A hearty, flavorful one-pan meal featuring lean ground turkey, sweet potatoes, bell peppers, and smoky spices. Loaded with black beans and corn, topped with melty cheese and fresh cilantro—perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb ground turkey (85%-93% lean)
1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes
1/2 red bell pepper, deseeded and chopped
1/2 green bell pepper, deseeded and chopped
1/4 onion, diced
1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
6 oz corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
6 oz black beans (rinsed and drained if canned)
2 tsp cumin
2 tsp chipotle chili powder
1 1/2 tsp chili powder
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 cup shredded cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend cheese

2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground turkey and cook until browned and cooked through, breaking it up as it cooks (about 6-8 minutes). Drain any excess fat if needed.
Add diced onion, red and green bell peppers to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in sweet potatoes, cumin, chipotle chili powder, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to coat everything evenly.
Add fire-roasted diced tomatoes (with juices), corn, and black beans. Stir to combine.
Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sweet potatoes are tender.
Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the top. Cover and cook another 2-3 minutes until cheese melts.
Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne or some chopped jalapeño with the peppers.

Swap black beans for pinto or kidney beans if desired.

Serve with warm tortillas or over rice for a complete meal.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Sautéing, Simmering
Cuisine: American

Keywords: turkey skillet, sweet potato skillet, healthy dinner, one-pan meal, ground turkey recipe