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Ground Turkey Taco Skillet

A quick, savory one-skillet taco skillet featuring ground turkey, sweet potato, black beans, and melty cheddar.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 3 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 medium sweet potato chopped
  • 1/2 yellow onion chopped
  • 5 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 lb lean ground turkey
  • 1 Tbsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved or chopped
  • 1 cup black beans drained and rinsed if canned
  • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese grated
  • 1 avocado sliced, for serving
  • 3 Tbsp chives chopped, for serving

Equipment

  • 10–12-inch skillet
  • Spatula
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Measuring Cups

Method
 

  1. Heat 2 Tbsp avocado oil in a large (10–12 inch) cast-iron or stainless-steel skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped sweet potato, chopped yellow onion, and minced garlic; stir, cover the skillet, and cook for 5 minutes until the sweet potato begins to soften.
  3. Push the potatoes and onions to one side of the skillet. Add the ground turkey and 1 Tbsp chili powder and 1/2 tsp sea salt; brown the turkey 1–2 minutes per side, then break it up with a spatula and mix it with the vegetables.
  4. Pour in 1/4 cup chicken broth, cover, and cook 5 minutes more until meat is cooked through and potatoes are tender; remove the cover and cook an additional 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Stir in the cherry tomatoes, black beans, and grated cheddar cheese until combined and the cheese begins to melt. (Optional: transfer to a 425°F oven for 3–5 minutes to fully melt the cheese.)
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional chili powder or sea salt if desired.
  7. Serve the skillet topped with sliced avocado and chopped chives.

Notes

  • Use a 10–12 inch skillet for best results.
  • Drain and rinse canned black beans before adding.
  • Halve cherry tomatoes for quicker cooking.
  • Oven step is optional to melt cheese fully.