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Ground beef and sweet potatoes skillet with Brussels sprouts and carrots in white enamel pan

30-Minute Ground Beef and Sweet Potatoes Skillet


  • Author: Sarah
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This hearty one-pan dinner combines seasoned ground beef with caramelized sweet potatoes, Brussels sprouts, and carrots for a complete, family-friendly meal that’s ready in just 30 minutes.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound lean ground beef (can substitute ground turkey)
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon minced garli
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
  • 2 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and diced (about 1 large or 2 medium)
  • 2 cups carrots, peeled and diced
  • 1 pound Brussels sprouts, halved or quartered
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (use ½ teaspoon for more heat)
  • 1 cup beef stock or broth

Instructions

Brown the ground beef: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground beef. Use a spatula to break it into small, uniform pieces. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the meat is nicely browned and no longer pink.

 

Season the beef: Add salt, pepper, chili powder, onion powder, basil, and minced garlic to the browned beef. Stir well and cook for 1 minute until the garlic is fragrant and golden. Transfer the seasoned beef to a plate and set aside.

Cook the vegetables: In the same skillet, add the oil and heat over medium-high. Add the diced sweet potatoes and carrots. Season with salt, chili powder, ground ginger, onion powder, and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook for 5-10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables develop golden-brown, caramelized edges.

Combine and simmer: Reduce heat to medium. Add the ground beef back to the skillet along with the beef stock and Brussels sprouts. Stir everything together to combine. Cover the skillet and simmer for 5-8 minutes, or until the Brussels sprouts are tender but still have a slight bite.

Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot directly from the skillet or transfer to plates. Perfect on its own or with a side salad.

Notes

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Reheating: Add a splash of broth when reheating to maintain moisture.

Substitutions: Ground turkey works great instead of beef. Butternut squash can replace sweet potatoes.

Serving suggestions: This serves 4 as a complete meal, or 6 if adding side dishes.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 367
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 1347mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 9g
  • Protein: 31g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg