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Taco Sweet Potato Hash with Ground Turkey

Eating healthy has never looked better than this delicious Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Hash Recipe! Done in 30 minutes, this grain-free Taco Turkey & Sweet Potato Skillet will be a hit for everyone in your family to enjoy! It's one of our favorite ground turkey recipes because it's so easy and delicious! Definitely, one you'll want to add to your meal plan!

White plate with sweet potato and ground turkey hash.

Cumin is a must-have spice in our house.  I use it in my homemade taco seasoning and am always looking for new ways to do tacos. My Whole30 Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes were the result of craving tacos like mad and being sick of taco salads.

But sometimes I want a simple one-pan meal for easy cleanup & to avoid turning on the oven. Thinking of tweaks led to this easy sweet potato skillet meal you'll want to add to your menu plan on a regular basis for busy weeknights!

This is an easy sweet potato skillet recipe to make in minutes.  If you prep meals ahead of time, you can easily have your sweet potatoes peeled and diced in advance.  Then, all you have to do is cook according to directions.  A great 30-minute meal is a must for busy moms!

Taco Sweet Potato Hash with Ground Turkey

Ground turkey in a metal plan surrounded by ingredients for a skillet dinner, including yellow bell pepper, onion, garlic, cilantro, a sweet potato,  a measuring cup, a ball of fresh mozzarella, and various spices in little bowls.

Ingredients for Taco Sweet Potato Hash with Ground Turkey

  • Sweet potatoes
  • Ground turkey
  • Yellow bell pepper
  • Onion
  • Mozzarella, shredded (omit for Paleo)
  • Water
  • Cilantro
  • Olive oil
  • Ground cumin
  • Garlic
  • Chili powder
  • Salt
  • Pepper

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Looking for a way to use up leftover turkey? Try these Turkey Tacos!

Not in the mood for turkey? Try this sweet potato kale hash instead! Or this Lentil Taco Bowl!

Directions for Taco Sweet Potato Hash with Ground Turkey

1. In a large cast iron skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute and then add ground turkey. Use a wooden spoon to break apart meat and continue cooking approximately 8 minutes until browned.

A cast iron skillet full of browned ground turkey with a wooden spoon; various spices and diced ingredients in the background.

2. Add cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well to incorporate.

Cast iron skillet full of browned ground turkey, showing seasonings added.

3. Add onion and yellow pepper, and cook for 3-4 minutes.

Seasoned ground turkey with diced onion and yellow bell pepper in a cast iron skillet.

4. Add diced sweet potato and water. Stir and cover with a lid for approximately 6-8 minutes until the sweet potatoes soften. Add additional water during this process if needed to keep the meat from drying out.

Sweet potato chunks mixed with onion, bell pepper, and seasoned ground turkey in a cast iron skillet.

5. Remove lid and add additional salt and pepper if needed. Top with shredded mozzarella and allow it to melt. Remove skillet from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Melted mozzarella covering a cast iron skillet full of taco seasoned ground turkey and sweet potatoes.

Not everyone likes cilantro, so you may want to skip that part of this dish and add as a garnish that is optional.  Otherwise, this is a great way to get kids to enjoy a sweet potato hash that is healthy, but full of the taco flavor they love.

Cilantro sprinkled over melted mozzarella covering a cast iron skillet full of taco seasoned ground turkey and sweet potatoes.

Reasons why I love Cast Iron Skillet:

A cast iron skillet is like a superhero in the kitchen. Why? Well, it cooks food super evenly because it's great at holding heat. Ever had a perfect steak or crispy fried egg? A cast iron skillet probably had a hand in it. Plus, over time, it gets this cool non-stick layer, so you don't need a ton of oil. And guess what? Cooking in it can even add some iron to your food. That's like a hidden health bonus! These skillets are tough and can last forever. Seriously, your grandparents might've used one just like it. So, whether you're making a quick snack or a big family dinner, a good cast iron skillet is your trusty sidekick.

Substitutions:

Can I substitute ground beef or ground chicken for the ground turkey?

Yes, you can use whatever ground meat you prefer. I've never tried it with ground lamb or bison though, so leave a comment & let me know how it turns out if you try it!

Can I use green or red bell peppers instead of yellow?

Yes, you can use whichever colour of peppers you prefer.  Sometimes I use a combination of different colours.

Do I have to use mozzarella cheese?

Yes, you could use cheddar, colby jack, or even pepper jack for a little extra kick. 

Can I make this recipe ahead of time and reheat it later?

Absolutely! This one's great for meal prep, whether you're doing it part-way or prepping the whole thing in advance.

Quick Prep: You can get a head start by cooking the meat and garlic ahead of time. Just season it and then pop it in the fridge or freezer. Go ahead and get the onion, sweet potato, and bell pepper ready too. When it's mealtime, just bring everything together, heat it up, and finish off with some melted cheese on top.

Full Prep: Simply follow the recipe step by step and once done, transfer it to an airtight glass container. It'll stay fresh for up to 5 days in the fridge.

How to Store and Freeze Leftovers

Once cool, freeze in airtight freezer containers. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator, then heat in a skillet or saucepan. Add a little water if needed.

What can I serve alongside this dish to make it a complete meal?

You can top it with your favorite taco toppings, such as lettuce, diced tomato, diced avocado, guacamole, black olives, salsa, hot sauce, corn chips, green onion, tortilla chips, or you could even be like my husband & add sliced cucumber.

Serve along with crusty bread

More Delicious Recipes:

Paleo Sweet Potato Hash is a great grain free meal everyone will love! This easy Paleo meal is a perfect 30 Minute Meal you will love!

Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Hash

Eating healthy has never looked better than this delicious Paleo Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Hash recipe! Done in 30 minutes, this grain-free Taco Turkey & Sweet Potato Skillet will be a hit for everyone in your family to enjoy!
4.79 from 41 votes
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Author Savanah

Ingredients

  • 3 small or 2 large sweet potatoes peeled and diced (about 3 cups)
  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 yellow bell pepper
  • 1 cup onion diced
  • ½ cup mozzarella shredded
  • ½ cup water
  • ¼ cup cilantro chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1.5 tablespoons ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  • In a large cast iron skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute and then add ground turkey. Use a wooden spoon to break apart meat and continue cooking approximately 8 minutes until browned.
  • Add cumin, chili powder, salt and pepper. Stir well to incorporate.
  • Add onion and bell pepper, and cook for 3-4 minutes. Add diced sweet potato and water. Stir and cover with a lid for approximately 6-8 minutes until the sweet potatoes soften. Add additional water during this process if needed to keep the meat from drying out.
  • Remove lid and add additional salt and pepper if needed. Top with shredded mozzarella and allow it to melt. Remove skillet from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

Omit the mozzarella for Paleo
Course Dinner
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22 Comments

  1. This hash looks delicious, I have made a similar one with Thanksgiving flavors. I don’t think you can every have too much cumin, I think it is one of my favorites as well. Thanks for bringing this to FF.

  2. This is a great skillet of goodness! Thanks so much for sharing your awesome post with us at Full Plate Thursday. Have a great week and come back to see us real soon!
    Miz Helen

    1. Davina,

      I don’t have a set serving size for this, but it normally feeds my four boys and me with a little left over, so I pulled the nutrition at both 4 servings and 6 servings.
      6 servings of Paleo Taco Sweet Potato Hash with Ground Turkey
      4 servings of Paleo Taco Sweet Potato Hash with Ground Turkey

  3. My husband stumled upon this recipe from Google. I was hesitant as I have never tried ground turkey and usually eat pretty clean. Turns out thus is a mean me, my husband (who only eats beef and corn), and my 18 month old love. It is by far one of her favorite meals even as she gets pickier. A staple in our family now and we make it one to two times a month easy!

  4. I love this recipe and have made it at least 5 or 6 times now. I add a poached egg on top…… gives that extra yummy richness to the dish! Everything else is as directed!

  5. So good.
    Vegetarian style without the ground turkey is also amazing. We threw a sunnyside egg on top and mixed in come cottage cheese- perfection.

  6. Just made this dish for my daughter who is home from college for the summer,, She is vey excited to share with her roommates in the fall as it’s an easy recipe to follow and so delicious!

    1. All utensils are at risk of harboring bacteria. I use primarily wooden and silicone utensils in my kitchen and make sure to keep everything clean. When using wooden utensils (and cutting boards) it’s important to remember to sand & reseason occasionally too.

  7. Made this tonight for dinner and both my husband and I agree, it is REALLY bitter. Maybe it was supposed to be teaspoons rather than tablespoons for cumin? We followed the recipe exactly so not sure what went wrong.

    1. Christie,

      It is 1.5 tablespoons of cumin but some people find cumin to be bitter. Next time you could cut it in half or leave out all the seasonings & use about 2 tablespoons of your favorite taco seasoning instead.

  8. I just tried this tonight and love it. I did have to put in a lot more salt for my taste. And I used goat cheese instead which gave it a very rich flavor. Overall fantastic.