Description
Add a burst of Southwestern flavor to your dinner table with this Southwestern Ground Beef Sweet Potato Skillet. This easy-to-make, one-pan meal combines lean ground beef, vibrant veggies, and aromatic spices for a wholesome dish that’s both filling and nutritious. In just under an hour, you can serve a delicious high-protein, high-fiber dinner that satisfies the whole family. With customizable toppings and versatile serving options, this skillet recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- ½ cup yellow onion, diced
- ½ cup red bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon oregano
- ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef with onion, bell pepper, and garlic in a skillet over medium heat until cooked through.
- Add spices and cook for another minute to enhance flavor.
- Stir in sweet potatoes and black beans with water; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
- Remove the lid and cook for an additional few minutes to evaporate excess liquid.
- Sprinkle cheese on top; cover until melted.
- Serve hot with toppings like avocado or sour cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg