Ground Turkey and Sweet Potato Skillet

Ground Turkey - At the base of this dish, use whatever fat content you would like, any will work here!

Sweet Potatoes - You should just need one large sweet potato, it should come out to about 2 cups. If you are using little sweet potatoes you might need 2.

Black Beans - Adding the black beans both add extra texture to this dish but also a power house of nutrients. You will want to make sure the can is drained and well rinsed before adding to the skillet.

Kosher Salt - I recommend kosher salt (or sea salt) for all cooking but if all you have available is table salt start by using half of the amount and then taste test from there towards the end before adding more if needed.

Chipotle Chili Powder – Now I would like to point out that this is Chipotle Chili Powder, not regular Chili Powder. The Chipotle Chili Powder has that lovely smokiness flavor that you think of when you think of Chipotle peppers. A little goes quite a long way in this dish. And if you hate buying a single spice for one meal no worries I have your back, it is also in my Crockpot Carnitas, Southwest Sauce, or my Southwest Chicken! Chipotle Chili Powder - Now I would like to point out that this is Chipotle Chili Powder, not regular Chili Powder. The Chipotle Chili Powder has that lovely smokiness flavor that you think of when you think of Chipotle peppers. A little goes quite a long way in this dish. And if you hate buying a single spice for one meal no worries I have your back, it is also in my Crockpot Carnitas, Southwest Sauce, or my Southwest Chicken!

Cumin - To go along with the southwest flavors of this dish the cumin is a great companion to the chipotle chili powder.

Cheddar Cheese - I always like to recommend getting a block of cheese and grating it yourself because it gets a better melt. The pre shredded cheese comes with anti-caking powder which makes the cheese less melty. You can also feel free to use a different cheese as you wish, if I was just making this for myself (and no kids) I would totally use pepper jack on top!

Green Onions - These add a bit of freshness! My kids don’t care for them too much so I just include them on the adult plates.

Tomato - Just one medium to large tomato diced, this is for some added freshness. It contrast beautifully with the southwest flavors.

Sour Cream - One part of the sauce. You will use equal parts. You can also use greek yogurt or plain yogurt in its place.

Salsa - The second part of the sauce. You whatever salsa your family enjoys best. I use Mild Pace Salsa for my family. If you are a family that doesn’t like chunky salsa or sauce try using taco sauce instead.

Directions at theschmidtywife.com

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