Description
These Turkey Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes make a delicious and nutritious meal, combining tender sweet potatoes with a flavorful lean ground turkey taco filling topped with melted pepper Jack cheese and fresh parsley. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe offers a perfect balance of protein, fiber, and bold southwestern flavors for a wholesome dinner.
Ingredients
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Sweet Potatoes
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Turkey Taco Filling
- 3/4 pound lean ground turkey
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
Toppings
- Grated pepper Jack cheese, about 1/2 cup
- 2 tablespoons flat-leaf parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook Sweet Potatoes: Microwave the whole sweet potatoes on high for 8 to 10 minutes until they become tender when pierced with a fork. Allow them to cool slightly before handling.
- Prepare Potato Flesh: Cut each sweet potato in half lengthwise and carefully scoop out the flesh into a bowl. Mix the flesh with olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper until well combined to add flavor and creaminess.
- Cook Turkey Filling: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the ground turkey. Stir in minced garlic and chili powder. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the turkey is browned and cooked through, about 6 to 8 minutes. Add the crushed tomatoes and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes to blend flavors.
- Assemble and Broil: Spoon the turkey mixture evenly into the hollowed-out sweet potato skins. Sprinkle grated pepper Jack cheese on top. Place the filled potatoes under a broiler for 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese melts and turns bubbly and slightly golden.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the broiler and garnish each stuffed sweet potato with chopped flat-leaf parsley. Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- Microwave cooking times may vary depending on the size of the sweet potatoes and microwave power.
- You can substitute ground turkey with ground chicken or lean ground beef if preferred.
- Add extra toppings such as sour cream, avocado slices, or salsa for more flavor variation.
- To make this meal gluten-free, ensure chili powder and canned tomatoes do not contain any gluten additives.
- Leftover turkey mixture can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and used in wraps or salads.
