Turkey Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes, scrubbed and cleaned
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 small yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning (or a mix of chili powder, cumin, and paprika)
- 1/4 cup water or chicken broth
- 1/2 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- Optional toppings: shredded cheddar cheese, sliced avocado, fresh cilantro, Greek yogurt or sour cream, and lime wedges
Instructions
- Roast the Sweet Potatoes: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pierce the sweet potatoes several times with a fork. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until they are soft when squeezed and easily pierced with a knife.
- Sauté the Aromatics: While the potatoes are roasting, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Cook the Turkey Filling: Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until it is fully browned and no longer pink. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
- Season and Simmer: Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the turkey and pour in the water or broth. Stir in the black beans and corn. Let the mixture simmer on low heat for 5 to 7 minutes until the liquid has mostly evaporated and the flavors are well combined.
- Assemble the Stuffed Potatoes: Once the sweet potatoes are done, remove them from the oven and slice each one down the middle lengthwise. Use a fork to gently fluff the insides. Spoon a generous amount of the turkey mixture into each potato.
- Add Toppings and Serve: Top each stuffed potato with shredded cheese while still hot so it melts. Add your favorite toppings like avocado, cilantro, and a dollop of Greek yogurt. Serve immediately with a squeeze of fresh lime juice.