Taco Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet

• Original Recipe Source: Oh Sweet Basil

• Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 20 mins | Total Time: 30 mins | Servings: 6

Description

This delicious and nutritious ground beef and sweet potato skillet meal is perfect for busy weeknights. With only one pan to clean up, it's a quick and easy dinner option the whole family will love!

Ingredients

• 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil

• 1 Pound Lean Ground Beef

• 1/2 Yellow Onion, diced

• 3 Tablespoons Taco Seasoning, divided

• 1 Tablespoon Cornstarch

• 1 Clove Garlic, minced

• 2 Sweet Potatoes, diced

• Kosher Salt, to taste

• Fresh Ground Black Pepper, to taste

• 14.5 Ounces Fire Roasted Diced Tomatoes, canned

• 4 Ounces Diced Green Chiles, canned

• 1/4 Cup Water

• 1/2 Lime, juiced

• 3/4 Cup Mexican Cheese Shreds, shredded

• Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Brown the Ground Beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and diced onion.

2. Season the Meat: Use a meat chopper to break up the beef and stir with a wooden spoon. When the beef is almost cooked through, add the garlic, half of the taco seasoning, and the cornstarch. Cook for another minute, then remove the beef and onions to a plate.

3. Cook the Sweet Potatoes: Add a little more oil to the skillet if needed and add the diced sweet potatoes. Season with the remaining taco seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until they start to soften and brown slightly, stirring occasionally for about 10 minutes.

4. Simmer: Add the fire-roasted diced tomatoes, diced green chiles, and water to the sweet potatoes. Add the cooked beef back into the skillet.

5. Tenderize: Cover the pan with a lid and let everything simmer for about 10 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are fork-tender.

6. Melt and Serve: Stir in the fresh lime juice. Top with shredded cheese and put the lid back on for a minute until melted. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and serve warm!