Description
A vibrant, healthy, and incredibly easy one-pan meal that puts a wholesome twist on classic taco flavors. This Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Taco Skillet is packed with savory lean ground beef, tender sweet potatoes, hearty black beans, and sweet corn, all simmered in a zesty taco sauce and topped with melted cheddar cheese. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a weeknight warrior you’ll want to make again and again!
Ingredients
1 lb (450g) lean ground beef
2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced (about 3 cups / 450g)
1 large onion, diced (about 1.5 cups / 150g)
1 (15 oz / 425g) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup (160g) corn kernels, fresh or frozen
1 packet (approx. 1 oz / 28g) taco seasoning
1/2 cup (120ml) beef broth
1 cup (115g) shredded cheddar cheese
For garnish: fresh cilantro, chopped or sour cream
Optional: lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Dice the sweet potatoes into small, even cubes to ensure quicker and more even cooking.
- In a large, sturdy skillet, cook the diced sweet potatoes with a splash of water over medium-high heat until tender, about 8–10 minutes. Drain any excess water if necessary.
- Push the tender sweet potatoes to one side of the skillet. Add the lean ground beef and diced onion to the other side. Cook, breaking up the beef with a spoon, until the beef is fully browned and the onion is softened, approximately 5–7 minutes. Drain any accumulated grease.
- Stir in the drained black beans, corn kernels, the entire packet of taco seasoning, and the beef broth. Mix thoroughly until everything is well combined and the seasoning is evenly distributed.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and the flavors to blend. Stir occasionally.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the mixture. Cover the skillet with a lid or foil and let it sit for 2–3 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
- Remove from heat. Garnish generously with fresh cilantro or add a dollop of sour cream if desired. Serve immediately with lime wedges for an extra burst of flavor.
Notes
For optimal cooking speed, ensure sweet potatoes are cut into small, uniform cubes.
Enhance the flavor by serving with fresh lime wedges.
This skillet makes excellent leftovers and is perfect for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sodium: 700mg
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: ground beef, sweet potato, taco, skillet, quick dinner, healthy, one-pan, weeknight meal, Tex-Mex, easy
