Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Bake
A comforting and hearty dish combining sweet potatoes and lean ground turkey, perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely weekends.
Ingredients
For the Bake
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons dried rosemary, crushed
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 14.5 oz can vegetable broth (about 2 cups)
- 1¾ cups whole milk or half & half
- 1 cup basmati rice or long-grain white rice
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 teaspoons chopped parsley or dried flakes
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Peel and cube the sweet potatoes into 1-inch chunks.
- Place the sweet potato cubes into a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
- Drizzle the sweet potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and crushed rosemary. Toss until well-coated.
Baking the Sweet Potatoes
- Bake the sweet potatoes uncovered for 30 minutes.
Cooking the Turkey
- While the potatoes are baking, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and brown the ground turkey until cooked through.
- Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté for an additional 3-5 minutes until the onions are softened and translucent.
Combining Ingredients
- After 30 minutes, remove the casserole dish from the oven.
- Add the cooked turkey and onion mixture to the dish, followed by the vegetable broth, milk, and uncooked rice. Stir until well-combined.
Final Baking
- Return the casserole to the oven and bake uncovered for another 15 minutes.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese melts and bubbles.
Serving
- Let the bake rest for 10 to 15 minutes before serving, garnishing with chopped parsley.
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Notes
You can prepare this bake ahead of time and store it in the fridge before baking. Add a few extra minutes to the baking time if it’s chilled. For best results, allow the casserole to rest after baking to help it set.