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Ground Turkey Stuffed Sweet Potatoes filled with seasoned turkey, black beans, tomatoes, and cilantro, topped with sour cream and lime wedges.

Ground Turkey Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

  • Author: Mounia
  • Total Time: 60 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

These Ground Turkey Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are the perfect healthy comfort food—packed with lean protein, black beans, and smoky spices, all nestled in naturally sweet baked potatoes.

Ingredients

Scale

  • 4 medium sweet potatoes

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 small onion, finely diced

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 lb ground turkey

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

  • 1 tsp chili powder

  • 1 tsp ground cumin

  • 1 tsp sea salt

  • ½ tsp black pepper

  • 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed

  • 1 cup canned corn, drained

  • 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)

  • ½ cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese

  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

  • Optional toppings: plain Greek yogurt or sour cream, diced red onion, lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Bake the Sweet Potatoes: Preheat oven to 400°F. Wash sweet potatoes, pierce with a fork, and bake 45–50 minutes until tender.

  2. Cook the Aromatics: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion for 3–4 minutes until translucent, then add garlic for 30 seconds.

  3. Brown the Turkey: Add ground turkey, breaking it apart. Cook 5–7 minutes until browned. Stir in paprika, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.

  4. Add Veggies: Mix in black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes. Simmer 5–7 minutes, letting flavors combine.

  5. Prepare Potatoes: Slice each baked potato lengthwise. Gently mash the inside with a fork to make room for filling.

  6. Stuff and Melt: Spoon the turkey mixture into each potato, top with cheese, and bake 5 minutes until melted. Garnish with cilantro and toppings.

Notes

Swap turkey for ground chicken or plant-based meat for variety.
The filling can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for 3–4 days.
For meal prep, store filling and baked potatoes separately for best texture.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baked + Skillet
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 stuffed potato
  • Calories: 420 kcal
  • Sugar: 9 g
  • Sodium: 580 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 49 g
  • Fiber: 9 g
  • Protein: 27 g
  • Cholesterol: 75 mg

Find it online: https://slowcookersrecipes.com/ground-turkey-stuffed-sweet-potatoes/