Description
This Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet is a hearty, wholesome one-pan meal that’s perfect for a quick dinner or easy meal prep. It’s packed with savory ground beef, tender sweet potatoes, and aromatic spices that blend together in perfect harmony. Whether you’re looking for a quick dinner, a healthy lunch idea, or a gluten-free recipe to satisfy the whole family, this dish has you covered. Simple to make, easy to clean up, and endlessly customizable—this is your new go-to easy recipe for busy nights!
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound ground beef
2 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ cup water or broth
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Optional: ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
Optional: ½ cup shredded cheese
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.
2. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Add the ground beef to the skillet. Break it up with a spatula and cook until browned, about 6–8 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
4. Season the beef with smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir well to coat.
5. Add the diced sweet potatoes and ¼ cup of water or broth. Stir to combine.
6. Cover the skillet and cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sweet potatoes are fork-tender.
7. Remove the lid and let any excess moisture evaporate. Adjust seasoning as needed.
8. Sprinkle with fresh parsley (and optional cheese if using), then serve hot.
Notes
Dice sweet potatoes into small, even pieces so they cook quickly and evenly.
If your skillet dries out before the potatoes are done, just add a splash of broth to keep it moist.
This dish is easy to customize—try adding leafy greens or topping with a fried egg!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: easy dinner, one-pan meal, ground beef recipe, healthy skillet, gluten-free