Description

Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Casserole is a hearty and healthy meal loaded with lean protein, sweet potatoes, and veggies—all baked together with warm spices and a touch of cheese. It’s easy to make, gluten-free, and full of feel-good flavors that the whole family will love.

Ingredients

1 lb ground turkey
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced (about 4 cups)
1 red bell pepper, diced
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/4 cup chicken broth (or water)
1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese (optional)
1 tablespoon olive oil
Optional: chopped parsley or green onions for garnish

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Cook the Turkey: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground turkey, diced onion, and garlic. Cook until turkey is browned and onion is soft.
Add Veggies & Seasoning: Stir in sweet potatoes, bell pepper, paprika, cumin, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5–6 minutes, stirring often.
Add Broth: Pour in chicken broth, cover the skillet, and let simmer for another 5 minutes to slightly soften the sweet potatoes.
Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the mixture into the prepared casserole dish and spread evenly. Top with shredded cheese if using.
Bake: Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, or until sweet potatoes are tender and cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve: Let cool slightly, garnish with parsley or green onions, and serve warm.

Notes

You can prep this ahead and refrigerate before baking—just add 5–10 minutes to bake time.
Add spinach or kale for extra greens.
Great for meal prep—leftovers keep well for up to 4 days in the fridge.

Use dairy-free cheese or skip it to make it Whole30 or Paleo-friendly.