Description
Delicious and Healthy Sweet Potato and Ground Turkey Bake is a comforting casserole packed with wholesome ingredients like lean ground turkey, nutrient-dense sweet potatoes, and flavorful seasonings.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 4 cup sweet potatoes, cubed
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon rosemary
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup basmati rice, cooked
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400°F.
2. Prepare the Sweet Potatoes: Toss the cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and rosemary. Spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for 30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
3. Cook the Ground Turkey: While the sweet potatoes are roasting, heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
4. Sauté the Onion: Stir in the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
5. Combine the Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the roasted sweet potatoes, cooked ground turkey mixture, vegetable broth, milk, and cooked rice. Mix everything well.
6. Assemble the Bake: Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and spread it evenly.
7. Bake to Perfection: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.
8. Serve and Enjoy: Let the bake cool slightly before serving. Savor this delicious and nutritious meal!
Notes
Allow the bake to cool completely, then transfer any leftovers to an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 4 days, and reheat individual portions in the microwave or oven when ready to enjoy.
This recipe also freezes well. Once cooled, portion the bake into individual servings and store them in freezer-safe containers or bags.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg