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Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Casserole

Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Casserole

This Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Casserole is a hearty and comforting dish that balances flavor and nutrition, perfect for family meals.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Additional Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner Recipes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 376

Ingredients
  

Vegetables
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes peeled and diced
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced
Meat
  • 1 lb lean ground turkey
Liquids
  • 1 14.5 oz can vegetable broth
  • 1 ¾ cups whole milk
Grains
  • 1 cup basmati rice uncooked
Cheese
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Seasonings
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons rosemary
  • 2 teaspoons chopped parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Casserole dish
  • Skillet
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Peel and dice sweet potatoes into 1 inch cubes.
  2. Place potato chunks in a 9 x 13" casserole dish. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with seasonings, then stir well to coat. Bake potato cubes for 30 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Meanwhile, place a large skillet on medium-high heat and add ground turkey. Break apart with a spoon and stir until completely browned.
  2. Add diced onion to the browned turkey meat and sauté for 3-5 minutes until soft and translucent.
  3. Remove casserole dish from the oven after 30 minutes have passed. Add broth, milk, uncooked rice, and sautéed turkey/onion mixture. Stir well and bake uncovered for 15 minutes.
  4. After 15 minutes, cover casserole with shredded cheese. Return to the oven for about 10 more minutes.
  5. Allow casserole to rest and cool for 10-15 minutes. Add parsley flakes, plate, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 376kcalCarbohydrates: 31.4gProtein: 22.1gFat: 18.3gSaturated Fat: 7.5gCholesterol: 90mgFiber: 1.6gSugar: 5.6g

Notes

This casserole is incredibly versatile; feel free to swap sweet potatoes for butternut squash or use ground chicken instead of turkey. It can also be frozen for later enjoyment.

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