This ground beef and sweet potatoes is the perfect meal for a busy weeknight when dinner needs to be on the table in less than 30 minutes. We always have the ingredients for the simple skillet dinner in the house to whip up a hearty and healthy dish in minimal time.
Ingredients
1pound lean ground beef
3 clovesgarlic minced
2teaspoons salt divided
2 teaspoons cumin
1teaspoonsmoked paprika
1teaspoongarlic powder
½teaspoon onion powder
3cupssweet potatoesabout 1 large
10ouncesbroccoli florets
1cup beef broth
Instructions
In a large skillet, brown ground beef with garlic, 1 teaspoon of salt, cumin, paprika, garlic and onion powders, breaking it down with a wooden spoon, 8-10 minutes. Once meat is no longer pink, transfer into a clean bowl.
Meanwhile, peel and dice the sweet potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes.
Into the now-empty skillet, add the sweet potatoes and the remaining 1 teaspoon of salt. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the beef, broccoli, and broth. Stir well and cook, covered, for about 8 minutes, or until potatoes are cooked through.
Notes
Recipe Notes - - We recommend using lean ground beef for this recipe for even and consistent browning. Storage Tips- - Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. - Reheating in the microwave for a few minutes or in a skillet over medium-low heat until just warmed through. - You can freeze this dish in an airtight container for up to 2 months.