Slow Cooker Turkey & Sweet Potato Stew
A comforting, protein-packed stew featuring lean turkey and naturally sweet sweet potatoes simmered with warming spices for a nourishing Whole30 dinner. This american-inspired slow cooker (whole30, paleo) ready in about 380 minutes pairs ground turkey, sweet potatoes, carrots for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 390 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 sweet potatoes
- 3 carrots
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Pat ground turkey dry and season with 1 tsp sea salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook turkey for 5-7 minutes, breaking into small crumbles until no longer pink, then transfer to slow cooker.
- Step 2: Peel and dice 2 medium sweet potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes. Peel and dice 3 carrots into 1/2-inch pieces, then scatter over the turkey in the slow cooker.
- Step 3: Crush 4 garlic cloves and mix with 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp paprika, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Stir into the slow cooker with 1 can diced tomatoes (undrained) and 2 cups chicken broth.
- Step 4: Stir gently until all ingredients are combined, ensuring vegetables are submerged in liquid.
- Step 5: Cook on LOW for 6 hours until sweet potatoes are tender and flavors are well blended, with broth bubbling gently at the edges.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow Cooker Turkey & Sweet Potato Stew take to make?
Total time is about 380 minutes (20 min prep + 360 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Slow Cooker Turkey & Sweet Potato Stew?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ground turkey from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Slow Cooker Turkey & Sweet Potato Stew?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Slow Cooker Turkey & Sweet Potato Stew for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Slow Cooker Turkey & Sweet Potato Stew whole30?
Yes — this recipe is tagged whole30, paleo, dairy-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Quick to prep and the results are amazing. A real keeper.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
