Turkey Sweet Potato Hash (Easy One-Skillet Meal)

an egg-free breakfast hash with sweet potatoes, ground turkey, and spinach in a cast iron skillet topped with avocado with a wooden spoon

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Turkey Sweet Potato Hash (Easy One-Skillet Meal)

This turkey sweet potato hash is one of my favorite ways to turn simple ingredients into a filling meal. Made with ground turkey, sweet potatoes, spinach, and herbs. Everything cooks in just one skillet, and the sweet potatoes become perfectly tender right on the stovetop. It's an easy option for breakfast, meal prep, or those nights when you need dinner on the table fast!

Prep Time10

Cook Time18

Total Time28

Course: Breakfast, Lunch

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free

Servings: servings

Author: Mary Smith

Equipment

large skillet

Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil
1 lb ground turkey
1 tsp salt + more to taste
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp thyme
1 tsp oregano
2 large sweet potatoes peeled and diced - I cut them into rounds, then cut each round into 6-8 pieces
½ onion diced
2 cloves minced garlic
½ cup chicken broth
2 cups raw baby spinach

Instructions

Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.
Add the turkey and use a wooden spoon to break it apart while it cooks for 5-7 minutes. Season with the salt, onion powder, garlic powder, thyme and oregano. Once cooked through, remove using a slotted spoon and set aside.
To the same pan, add the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil.
Add the potatoes, onions and garlic and saute for 4-5 minutes until beginning to brown and soften. Pour in the chicken broth and cover. Let the potatoes steam for 3-4 minutes until the broth is almost gone.
Add the cooked turkey back into the pan and stir. Add the spinach and stir until wilted. Season with salt and pepper as needed and enjoy!

Notes

Try to keep the sweet potato cubes about the same size. It helps everything cook evenly and keeps you from ending up with some pieces that are still firm while others are falling apart.
Let the potatoes sit undisturbed for a minute or two while sautéing to let them brown.
If the broth evaporates before the potatoes are tender, add another splash and cover for an extra minute or two.
The best part about this recipe is that you can use the same skillet the entire time! The browned bits left behind from the turkey add flavor to the vegetables.
Add the spinach at the very end so it stays bright and tender instead of overcooking.
Store leftover ground turkey and sweet potato hash in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
To reheat, warm it in a skillet over medium heat with a small splash of broth or water. You can also microwave individual portions until heated through.
This turkey hash with sweet potatoes is a great option to prepare in advance for busy mornings, lunches, or quick dinners.

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