Ground Turkey Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with Spinach and Cheese
Description
These Ground Turkey Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are a perfect balance of savory and sweet, packed with lean protein, fresh spinach, and melted cheese. Creamy mashed sweet potatoes form a delicious base for a hearty turkey filling seasoned with garlic, paprika, and herbs. Quick to prepare and full of wholesome flavor, this dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 medium sweet potato baked or microwaved until soft
- 4 cups ground turkey
- 1 can diced tomatoes optional, for added moisture
- 1/2 medium yellow onion chopped
- 3-4 handfuls fresh spinach leaves
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- to taste shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter divided
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- to taste garlic powder
- to taste garlic salt
- to taste red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- to taste fresh chives chopped for garnish
- 1-2 tbsp sour cream optional topping
Instructions
Prepare Sweet Potato Base
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake sweet potato for 30 minutes or microwave for 6-7 minutes until tender. Allow to cool slightly, then cut in half and scoop out the flesh into a bowl.
- Mash the sweet potato flesh with a fork, adding a small amount of butter, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
Prepare Turkey and Spinach Filling
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter over medium-high heat. Add ground turkey, season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, and cook until browned.
- Add Worcestershire sauce and stir to combine. Once cooked, remove turkey from the skillet and set aside.
- Add chopped onions and remaining 1 tbsp butter to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened. Stir in spinach until wilted, adding a drizzle of olive oil if needed.
- Return the cooked turkey to the skillet. Sprinkle in paprika, oregano, basil, garlic salt, and Parmesan cheese. Mix well and simmer for 3 minutes.
Assemble and Bake
- Preheat oven to 420°F (215°C). Spread a layer of mashed sweet potato inside each hollowed potato half.
- Top with a generous portion of the turkey and spinach mixture, then sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and a pinch of garlic salt on top.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until the cheese is melted and slightly golden. Remove from oven and garnish with fresh chives and a dollop of sour cream.
Notes
- You can bake sweet potatoes in advance and refrigerate until ready to use.
- Use freshly grated cheese for best melt and flavor.