Southwestern Ground Beef Sweet Potato Skillet
Add a burst of Southwestern flavor to your dinner routine with this delightful Southwestern Ground Beef Sweet Potato Skillet. This one-pan dish combines lean ground beef, tender sweet potatoes, and vibrant vegetables, all seasoned with zesty spices like chili powder and cumin. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, it’s a hearty meal that provides a nutritious balance of protein and fiber. With the option to customize your ingredients, you can easily adapt this recipe to suit your family’s tastes. Plus, the minimal cleanup means you can enjoy more time with loved ones after dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Ingredients
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- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 3 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- ½ cup yellow onion, diced
- ½ cup red bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- Spices: chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper
Instructions
- In a cast-iron skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with onion, bell pepper, and garlic until browned; drain excess fat.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper, garlic powder, oregano, and red pepper flakes; cook for one minute.
- Add sweet potatoes, black beans, and water; cover and cook on medium-low for 15-20 minutes until sweet potatoes are fork-tender.
- Remove lid and let excess liquid evaporate for 2-3 minutes.
- Top with shredded cheese; cover until melted (about 5 minutes).
- Serve hot with optional toppings like avocado or cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg