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Tex-Mex Ground Beef & Sweet Potato

Savory Tex-Mex Ground Beef & Sweet Potato Skillet Delight

A delightful Tex-Mex Ground Beef & Sweet Potato skillet dish that's quick, comforting, and packed with protein.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Use lean for a healthier option
  • 0.5 cup Onion, diced Shallots work for a milder taste
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced Garlic powder can substitute if necessary
  • 3 cups Sweet Potatoes, cubed Yukon Gold can change the flavor profile
  • 2 tablespoons Taco Seasoning Consider homemade for a personal touch
  • 1 cup Water Vegetable broth can elevate flavor
  • 1 cup Frozen Corn Fresh or canned corn can also be used
  • 1 unit Poblano Pepper, seeded and diced Green bell pepper as a non-spicy alternative
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese Cheddar or Mexican blend preferred
Optional Garnishes
  • Cilantro Sprinkle for freshness
  • Avocado Sliced or diced for creaminess
  • Sour Cream Use Greek yogurt as a lighter substitute

Equipment

  • large nonstick skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Brown the Beef and Onions: In a large nonstick skillet, heat over medium heat as you add the ground beef and diced onions. Cook for about 10 minutes, breaking the beef into smaller pieces until browned. Drain excess fat, leaving a bit for flavor.
  2. Add Flavorful Ingredients: Stir in the minced garlic, cubed sweet potatoes, taco seasoning, and water into the skillet with the beef mixture. Fold in frozen corn and diced poblano pepper.
  3. Cook to Tender Perfection: Cover the skillet and cook for 12-15 minutes over medium heat, stirring occasionally until sweet potatoes are fork-tender.
  4. Evaporate Excess Liquid: Once tender, remove lid and reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer for another 3-5 minutes until liquid evaporates.
  5. Top with Delightful Cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top. Cover for a couple of minutes until the cheese is melted and gooey.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with cilantro, avocado, or sour cream. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 950IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3.5mg

Notes

This one-pan meal is quick to prepare and packed with flavor. Feel free to customize the vegetables according to your preference.

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