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Four roasted sweet potatoes stuffed with seasoned ground turkey, black beans, corn, and melted cheese on a baking sheet.
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Turkey Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 medium sweet potatoes
  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup corn kernels
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 lime , cut into wedges

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Scrub sweet potatoes and pierce each several times with a fork.
  • Place potatoes on the baking sheet and roast for 45 minutes, or until fork-tender.
  • While potatoes roast, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent.
  • Add ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until no longer pink.
  • Stir in garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Add black beans, corn, and chicken broth; reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Slice roasted sweet potatoes open lengthwise and gently mash the interior with a fork.
  • Spoon the turkey taco mixture into the center of each potato.
  • Garnish with shredded cheese, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice before serving.