Paleo Turkey and Sweet Potato Skillet

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A hearty one-pan paleo dinner combining ground turkey with sweet potatoes and aromatic spices for a nourishing, protein-packed meal. This American-inspired paleo recipe (high protein), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs ground turkey, olive oil, yellow onion, diced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a paleo week and pairs well with roasted root vegetables or a leafy salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 American cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until hot. Add 1 diced medium yellow onion and sauté for 4 minutes until translucent.
  2. Step 2: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 lb ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook for 6-7 minutes until browned and no longer pink.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 2 cups diced sweet potato cubes, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix well to combine.
  5. Step 5: Cover skillet, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sweet potatoes are tender.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat and sprinkle 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro over the top before serving.

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