Description
Turkey Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are the perfect solution for a quick and nutritious weeknight dinner. In just 20 minutes, you can enjoy these deliciously packed sweet potatoes filled with lean turkey, aromatic spices, and topped with melty cheese. This recipe is not only flavorful but also flexible, allowing you to customize it with your favorite toppings. Whether feeding the family or entertaining guests, these stuffed sweet potatoes make for a satisfying and healthy meal option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 3/4 pound lean ground turkey
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes
- 1/4 cup grated pepper Jack cheese
Instructions
- Pierce sweet potatoes with a fork and microwave on HIGH for about 8-10 minutes until tender.
- Cut potatoes in half, scoop out flesh into a bowl, and mash with olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- In a skillet, brown ground turkey over medium heat; add garlic and spices, cooking for another minute before mixing in crushed tomatoes.
- Fill potato skins with turkey mixture, top with cheese, and broil for about 30 seconds until melted.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg