Description
Turkey Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are an irresistible blend of flavors and textures, perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy gathering. This 20-minute recipe features tender sweet potatoes filled with a savory turkey taco mixture, making it both nutritious and satisfying. Customize your stuffed potatoes with your favorite toppings for a personalized touch that everyone will love. With healthy ingredients like lean ground turkey and naturally sweet potatoes, this dish is not only delicious but also a wholesome choice for dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 3/4 pound lean ground turkey
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 cup grated pepper Jack cheese
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 1/4 teaspoons ground cumin (divided)
- 1/4 + 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 + 1/8 teaspoon ground pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 1/4 cup canned crushed tomatoes
Instructions
- Cook the sweet potatoes in the microwave until tender (about 4 to 5 minutes per side). Let cool slightly.
- Halve the potatoes lengthwise, scoop out the flesh into a bowl, and mix with olive oil and seasonings. Fill skins with this mixture.
- In a nonstick skillet, cook the ground turkey until browned. Add minced garlic and spices; stir in crushed tomatoes.
- Preheat broiler and fill potato skins with turkey mixture. Top with cheese and broil until melted (about 30 seconds).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Microwave and Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 95mg