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Power-Packed Delight: High Protein Ground Turkey Stuffed Sweet Potato Recipe

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Enjoy these delicious stuffed sweet potatoes filled with ground turkey, black beans, and cheese for a nutritious meal.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium sweet potatoes
  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your favorite)
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash and pierce sweet potatoes with a fork.
  3. Bake sweet potatoes for about 45 minutes until tender.
  4. Cook ground turkey in a skillet over medium heat for 7-10 minutes.
  5. Add black beans, corn, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper to the turkey; cook for another 5 minutes.
  6. Slice baked sweet potatoes open and fluff the insides.
  7. Fill each potato with the turkey mixture and top with cheese; return to the oven for 5-10 minutes until cheese melts.

Notes

  • Serve with fresh cilantro for added flavor.
  • Adjust spices to your taste preference.
  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking, Skillet Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free