With only 5 ingredients to work with, dinner doesn't have to be a complicated affair every night. Enter this 5-Ingredient Turkey and Sweet Potato Skillet recipe – an easy dinner idea that can be prepared in one skillet in under 30 minutes!
All you need is bulk turkey sausage sweet potatoes, salt, black pepper, and olive oil. Simply cook the turkey sausage first and then the sweet potatoes. Compliment the meal with a simple side or salad to complete your nutritious dinner plate. What are you waiting for? Let's get cooking!
This 5-Ingredient Turkey and Sweet Potato Skillet is a healthy and easy option for dinner
This 5-Ingredient Turkey and Sweet Potato Skillet is a healthy and easy option for dinner for those who lead busy lifestyles. All five ingredients promote healthy nourishment, creating a balanced meal that everyone can enjoy. Fresh vegetables provide fiber to keep you full, while lean turkey supplies quality protein. Minimizing the need to buy elaborate ingredients keeps cooking stress free while healthy eating habits remain at the forefront of your mind!
This was inspired by my other recipe on this site, and pairs well with this amazing sidedish recipe.
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 20-25 minutes
Serves: 4
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Ingredients
1 T. extra virgin olive oil
1 lb. bulk turkey sausage
2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into small cubes
1 12-oz. bag of frozen broccoli florets
¾ c. Mozzarella cheese, shredded
Optional:
Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the turkey sausage and season with salt and black pepper, if desired. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the turkey is slightly browned and no longer pink, around 6-8 minutes. While cooking, break up the sausage into small chunks with a spatula.
- Add the sweet potatoes to the skillet and continue cooking until they become soft and slightly crisp around the edges, approximately 10-12 minutes.
- Add the broccoli and season with additional salt and black pepper, if desired. Stir to combine. Cover and allow the broccoli to steam for 2-3 minutes.
- Remove lid and sprinkle the shredded Mozzarella on top. Cover for another 1-2 minutes or until the cheese is nicely melted. Remove from heat and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Variations
This dish is even sweeter when you get creative with variations that put your own personal spin on the recipe. For example, you can mix it up with different herbs and spices, like cumin and oregano, or try incorporating seasonal veggies such as zucchini or Brussels sprouts. And why not swap out turkey for chicken if that's more to your liking? No two 5-Ingredient Turkey and Sweet Potato Skillets will ever be the same, so get creative and discover an exciting new way to make dinner!
Storage
For those looking for a delicious and easy dinner recipe, the 5-Ingredient Turkey and Sweet Potato Skillet is a great choice. Not only is it an incredibly tasty dish, but storage is no issue as well! This dish can easily be stored in the fridge for up to three days, so you can make your meal ahead of time and enjoy delicious leftovers over the next few days! What's not to love?
Top tip
To ensure the best results follow these top tips. Cut your sweet potatoes into small to medium-sized cubes to ensure they cook quickly and evenly throughout; sauté your vegetables with some oil to maximize flavor; use lean turkey sausage to keep saturated fat to a minimum; don't forget to season to taste; and prepare extra to store in the fridge for an easy meal later in the week. With these simple tips, making the 5-Ingredient Turkey and Sweet Potato Skillet will always be an easy success!
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5-Ingredient Turkey and Sweet Potato Skillet
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4
Description
With only 5 ingredients to work with, dinner doesn't have to be a complicated affair every night. Enter this 5-Ingredient Turkey and Sweet Potato Skillet recipe – an easy dinner idea that can be prepared in one skillet in under 30 minutes!
Ingredients
Ingredients:
1 T. extra virgin olive oil
1 lb. bulk turkey sausage
2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into small cubes
1 12-oz. bag frozen broccoli florets
¾ c. Mozzarella cheese, shredded
Optional:
Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the turkey sausage and season with salt and black pepper, if desired. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the turkey is slightly browned and no longer pink, around 6-8 minutes. While cooking, break up the sausage into small chunks with a spatula.
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Add the sweet potatoes to the skillet and continue cooking until they become soft and slightly crisp around the edges, approximately 10-12 minutes.
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Add the broccoli and season with additional salt and black pepper, if desired. Stir to combine. Cover and allow the broccoli to steam for 2-3 minutes.
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Remove lid and sprinkle the shredded Mozzarella on top. Cover for another 1-2 minutes or until the cheese is nicely melted. Remove from heat and serve immediately. Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 25 mins
