Classic Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet
This classic ground beef and sweet potato skillet recipe is a hearty, flavorful, and easy-to-make one-pan meal perfect for any weeknight dinner. It combines savory ground beef with tender sweet potatoes and a blend of spices for a satisfying and nutritious dish.
Equipment
- Large skillet or Dutch oven
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs 80/20 lean ground beef
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into ½-inch cubes
- ½ cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up, until fully browned. Drain excess grease and set aside.
- Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet, then cook the chopped onion until softened (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for one minute until fragrant.
- Return the browned ground beef to the skillet.
- Stir in diced sweet potatoes, beef broth, salt, pepper, paprika, and cumin.
- Bring to a simmer, then cover and cook on medium-low for 15-20 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the lid, increase heat to evaporate remaining liquid if desired, then taste and adjust seasonings.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or cilantro if using.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the spices. If you prefer a richer sauce, stir in 1-2 tablespoons of tomato paste when adding the beef broth. This dish reheats well and can be a great option for meal prepping throughout the week.