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Ground Beef Sweet Potato Skillet

This one-pan ground beef sweet potato skillet is a flavorful, weeknight-friendly meal made with ground beef, tender sweet potatoes, zucchini, and warm spices. It’s quick, wholesome, and perfect for busy nights when you need something filling but fuss-free.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 370
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 medium zucchinis diced
  • 1 large sweet potato peeled and cubed
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Sauté aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add onion and garlic; cook for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  3. Brown the beef: Add ground beef, breaking it up as it cooks.
  4. Brown for 5–7 minutes or until no longer pink. Drain excess grease if needed.
  5. Cook sweet potatoes: Stir in sweet potatoes along with paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  6. Cover and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender.
  7. See full steps with tips & photos → https://theboatshedcafe.com/ground-beef-sweet-potato-skillet/

Notes

• Dice sweet potatoes evenly for even cooking.
• Feel free to use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
• Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle heat.