As a busy mom, I’m always looking for quick, healthy, and budget-friendly meals that the whole family will actually enjoy. Bonus points if it doesn’t leave my kitchen looking like a tornado hit it. That’s why I absolutely love this Turkey & Sweet Potato One-Pan Hash, it's one of those go-to meals that checks all the boxes.
Whether you're trying to eat healthier, track macros, or just get a wholesome dinner on the table fast, this dish delivers. It’s savory, nutrient-packed, customizable, and yes, even weight loss friendly. In fact, this was a regular in my rotation while I was on my 65-pound weight loss journey. (Yes, you can still eat potatoes and hit your goals!)
What Is Turkey & Sweet Potato Hash?
Think of it as a healthy, hearty hash that combines lean ground meat, sweet potatoes, and veggies into one delicious skillet meal. You might call it a Turkey Sweet Potato Casserole, or even a Turkey Potato Hash. I just call it delicious, simple, and something my whole family happily devours.
Once everything is chopped and ready, it all cooks in one pan, which makes cleanup a breeze, a true lifesaver on weeknights.
Why I Love This Meal (and Why You Will Too)
🕒 Quick & Easy – Ready in under 30 minutes.
🧼 One-Pan Wonder – Minimal dishes. Need I say more?
🥗 Nutritious & Filling – Full of fiber, protein, and healthy carbs.
🔁 Customizable – Swap meats, veggies, or potatoes to your liking.
🧠 Weight-Loss Friendly – I used this exact meal during my fitness journey, and it helped keep me full and on track.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Here’s what goes into this simple turkey hash recipe. Most of these are kitchen staples, and the rest are easy to grab during your weekly grocery run:
2 small sweet potatoes, chopped (you can sub with regular potatoes if preferred)
1 lb. ground turkey (or swap with lean ground beef or venison)
1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
1 small yellow onion, chopped
2 cloves minced garlic (we buy in bulk, makes life easier!)
1/4 cup water (or more as needed)
1 tbsp. chili powder
Optional: shredded cheese to melt on top (adds creaminess and flavor)
How to Make It (Step-by-Step)
Brown the Ground Meat
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook your ground turkey with the minced garlic until no longer pink. If you’re using lean ground beef or venison, make sure to drain any excess grease.
Add Onions & Bell Pepper
Stir in the chopped onions and cook until soft and translucent. Then add your yellow bell pepper and sauté for another 2-3 minutes until slightly tender.
Cook the Sweet Potatoes
Add in the chopped sweet potatoes and pour in 1/4 cup water to help steam them. Sprinkle in your chili powder and stir well to combine. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover the pan, and let cook for about 15 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender. (You may need to add a bit more water if it evaporates too quickly.)
Top with Cheese (Optional)
If you like a little melted cheesy goodness, sprinkle shredded cheese over the top and cover the pan for 1-2 minutes until melted.
Nutrition Info (Per Serving)
I use MyFitnessPal to calculate the calories in my meals, and I was honestly shocked when this one came out to just 377 calories per serving. It’s so satisfying and hearty, you’d never guess it was that low-cal!
This recipe makes about 4 generous servings, and it keeps really well for leftovers too. I love portioning it into meal prep containers for quick lunches or dinners on busy nights.
Make It Your Own
This turkey and sweet potato skillet is so versatile! Here are a few ways you can switch it up:
🥩 Change the Meat: Try lean ground beef, venison, or even plant-based crumbles.
🥔 Switch the Potatoes: Not a fan of sweet potatoes? Use russets or red potatoes instead.
🧀 Add a Little Cheese: Melt some cheddar, Monterey Jack, or pepper jack for a creamy topping.
🌶 Spice It Up: Add jalapeños, crushed red pepper, or taco seasoning for more kick.
🥬 Toss in More Veggies: Zucchini, spinach, mushrooms, or kale all work great.
Why Moms Love It (According to Me 😉)
As a mom constantly balancing everything, from school schedules to errands to trying to sneak in a workout, this meal just works. It’s healthy, easy to make, and kid-friendly (even my picky eater gives it two thumbs up when there’s cheese on top!).
Plus, if you’re on a weight loss journey, like I was, it helps to have meals you look forward to eating. I never gave up foods I loved, and potatoes were definitely on that list. I just found ways to enjoy them in moderation and stay within my calorie goals. That mindset is what helped me lose 65 pounds and keep it off.
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Let’s Recap: Why You’ll Love This Turkey Sweet Potato Hash
Easy cleanup ✔️
Family-friendly ✔️
Budget-conscious ✔️
Weight-loss approved ✔️
So dang tasty ✔️✔️✔️
Have you tried this recipe yet? I’d love to hear how you made it your own! Let me know in the comments or tag me on social media. Don’t forget to Pin this recipe for later and check out more of my easy one-pan dinners for families here on Nanny to Mommy.
Happy cooking, mama, you’ve got this! 💪💗
Sounds good to me
ReplyDeleteThis is certainly a nice fall recipe that would be enjoyed by my family. I pinned it and excited to try!
ReplyDeleteThis looks like a great healthy meal.
ReplyDeleteIt sounds delicious!
ReplyDeleteThis looks so delicious!! I feel like making some now but no turkey! Thanks for the recipe here and saving it.
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