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Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Casserole

Savory Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Casserole

This Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Casserole combines lean turkey, sweet potatoes, and cheesy goodness for a comforting meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Additional Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner Recipes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 376

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons rosemary
  • 1 lb lean ground turkey
  • 1 medium yellow onion
  • 1 14.5 oz can vegetable broth
  • 1 3/4 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup basmati rice
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 teaspoons chopped parsley

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Casserole dish
  • large skillet

Method
 

  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.
  3. Meanwhile, place a large skillet on medium-high heat and add ground turkey. Break apart with a spoon and stir until completely browned.
  4. Add diced onion to the browned turkey meat and sauté for 3-5 minutes until soft and translucent.
  5. 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.
  6. After 15 minutes, cover casserole with shredded cheese. Return to the oven for about 10 more minutes.
  7. Allow casserole to rest and cool for 10-15 minutes. Add parsley flakes, plate and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 376kcalCarbohydrates: 31.4gProtein: 22.1gFat: 18.3gFiber: 1.6gSugar: 5.6g

Notes

Feel free to customize with different spices or swap protein as desired. This dish stores well and reheats beautifully.

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