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Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Casserole

Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Casserole: Cozy Up with Flavor

Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Casserole is a healthy comfort dish that combines savory and sweet flavors, perfect for busy families.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole Base
  • 1 lb Ground Turkey Consider swapping with ground chicken or beef
  • 2 cups Sweet Potatoes Cubed for even cooking
  • 1 medium Onion Diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper Diced
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach or Kale If fresh isn't available, use frozen, drained
For the Cheese Topping
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Shredded
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Shredded
For Cooking & Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing vegetables
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground turkey, season with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme. Cook for 5–7 minutes until browned.
  3. Add diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for another 5 minutes until softened.
  4. Stir in fresh spinach or kale and wilt for 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat.
  5. Combine turkey-vegetable mixture with cubed sweet potatoes in a mixing bowl.
  6. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil and pour the mixture in, spreading evenly.
  7. Sprinkle shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese over the top.
  8. Bake for 25–30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  9. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
  10. Serve warm, possibly with a side salad or steamed vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3.5mg

Notes

Perfect meat browning is essential for flavor. Ensure sweet potatoes are cut evenly for uniform cooking. Experiment with different cheese blends for a unique twist.

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