Flavorful Southwest Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet
Southwest Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 medium sweet potatoes diced
- 1 cup bell peppers chopped
- 1 medium onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes, drained
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the diced onions and bell peppers; sauté until they soften.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up as it cooks.
- Season with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Incorporate the diced sweet potatoes and diced tomatoes; stir.
- Cover the skillet and let simmer for 15-20 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, adding more salt or pepper if needed.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh cilantro.