Name: High-Protein Skillet Turkey & Veggie Hash
Prep time: 35 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground turkey (93% lean); 1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced (about 12 oz); 1 medium yellow onion, diced; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 2 cups baby spinach, roughly chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1/2 tsp dried thyme; 1/2 tsp kosher salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper

High-Protein Skillet Turkey & Veggie Hash

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This High-Protein Skillet Turkey & Veggie Hash is a satisfying American comfort food-inspired dinner that delivers on your protein goals while keeping things dairy-free and beginner-friendly. Using the high-heat technique inspired by wok cooking, you’ll get deep, caramelized flavors from the sweet potatoes and vegetables, while the lean ground turkey packs a protein punch to keep you full and fueled. The addition of smoked paprika and thyme gives the dish a cozy, savory depth, and baby spinach adds vibrant color and nutrition. With just one skillet and under 40 minutes, this meal is perfect for busy weeknights and sure to become a go-to family favorite.

Ingredients

Instructions

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat until very hot, about 2-3 minutes, to mimic 'wok hei' by maximizing flavor through high heat.
Add 1 tbsp olive oil to the hot skillet. Add diced sweet potato and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden and almost tender, 6-8 minutes. Transfer sweet potato to a plate and set aside.
Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to the same skillet. Add onion and bell pepper, and cook, stirring frequently, until softened, 3-4 minutes.
Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add ground turkey, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Season with smoked paprika, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, until turkey is browned and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes.
Return sweet potatoes to the skillet. Add chopped spinach and toss everything together, cooking until spinach is wilted and everything is heated through, 2-3 minutes.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot, garnished with extra black pepper if desired.