Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Southwest with this quick and easy Southwestern Ground Beef Sweet Potato Skillet. Combining juicy ground beef, sweet roasted potatoes, and colorful bell peppers, this one-pan dish is perfect for busy weeknights. Packed with spices and a hint of sweetness, it’s a heartwarming meal that will satisfy your cravings while being visually appealing. Get ready to impress your family with this delicious dinner that can be prepared in under 30 minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, diced (about 2 cups)
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (any color)
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned (5-7 minutes), breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Stir in the chopped onion and minced garlic; cook until fragrant and translucent (2-3 minutes).
- Add the diced sweet potatoes, cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 10 minutes until sweet potatoes start to soften.
- Mix in the bell peppers and cover the skillet. Let it simmer for another 5-7 minutes until all vegetables are tender.
- Check for doneness; serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg