Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe
This Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Casserole is a hearty and nutritious one-dish meal combining lean ground turkey, tender sweet potatoes, fresh vegetables, and melty cheeses, all baked to golden perfection. It’s packed with flavor from paprika and thyme, making it a wholesome, comforting dinner perfect for any night of the week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 cups, cubed)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 bell pepper (diced)
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
Dairy
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Pantry Items and Seasonings
- 2 tsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the casserole later.
- Cook Ground Turkey: In a large skillet over medium heat, warm 2 teaspoons of olive oil. Add the ground turkey and season it with salt, pepper, paprika, and dried thyme. Cook the turkey, stirring regularly, until it is browned and cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add the diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet with the ground turkey. Continue cooking and stirring occasionally until the vegetables soften, about 5 minutes.
- Wilt Greens: Stir in the fresh spinach or kale into the skillet, cooking just until the greens are wilted and incorporated into the mixture.
- Combine Ingredients: Transfer the turkey and vegetable mixture into a mixing bowl. Add the cubed sweet potatoes to the bowl and toss everything together thoroughly to combine all flavors evenly.
- Assemble Casserole: Grease a baking dish, then transfer the combined mixture into the dish in an even layer. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses evenly on top of the casserole.
- Bake: Place the baking dish into the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly around the edges and the cheese is melted and golden brown.
Notes
- If you prefer, use kale instead of spinach for a heartier texture.
- For added flavor, consider adding a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
- Make sure to cut sweet potatoes into uniform cubes to ensure even cooking.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- To reduce fat content, use part-skim cheeses or lower the amount of cheese used.
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