Description

A hearty, one-pan skillet meal featuring ground turkey and sweet potatoes cooked over a campfire or grill for a smoky, savory flavor. Ready in under 30 minutes, this dish is perfect for camping trips or weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

Scale

1.5 pounds ground turkey (93% lean recommended)
2 medium sweet potatoes, diced into ½-inch cubes
1 medium yellow onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil (or neutral oil like avocado/canola)
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
½ cup chicken broth (low-sodium)
1 can (15oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
½ teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
Optional: 1 avocado, sliced; ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 1 lime, cut into wedges; ½ cup feta or cheddar cheese, crumbled

Instructions

Prep ingredients: Dice sweet potatoes into ½-inch cubes, dice onion, mince garlic, and drain/rinse beans.
Heat a 12-inch cast iron skillet over medium-high heat (or over hot coals on a grill/campfire). Add olive oil and let it shimmer.
Add diced sweet potatoes and onions to the skillet in a single layer. Cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes to brown, then stir and cook for another 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp. Move to cooler side if browning too fast.
Push vegetables to one side. Add ground turkey to the empty side. Break it up and let it sear for 2 minutes before stirring. Cook until no longer pink (about 4-5 minutes total). Drain excess grease if necessary.
Stir in smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in chicken broth, black beans, and corn. Stir to combine. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until broth reduces slightly. Cover with a lid or foil to steam potatoes and meld flavors if needed.
Taste and adjust seasoning. Ensure turkey reaches 165°F. Remove from heat.
Stir in fresh cilantro if using. Serve immediately topped with avocado, lime wedges, and cheese if desired.

Notes

For best results, use a two-zone fire on a grill (hot side for searing, cool side for finishing). Let turkey come to room temperature before cooking to ensure proper searing. If sweet potatoes are hard, add a splash of broth and cover to steam for 3-4 more minutes. Avoid stirring too early to allow for Maillard reaction (browning).

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: Approximately 1.5 cu
Calories: 320
Sugar: 8
Sodium: 450
Fat: 10
Saturated Fat: 2
Carbohydrates: 35
Fiber: 6
Protein: 22

Keywords: campfire dinner, ground turkey, sweet potato skillet, one pot meal, camping recipes, healthy dinner, quick weeknight meals, smoky food