Cheesy Tex-Mex Ground Beef & Sweet Potato Skillet Recipe
A flavorful and hearty Cheesy Tex-Mex Ground Beef & Sweet Potato Skillet that combines seasoned ground beef, tender sweet potatoes, and poblano peppers all topped with melted cheese. This one-pan dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner and can be garnished with fresh cilantro, avocado, and sour cream for added creaminess and freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- ½ cup onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups sweet potatoes, cubed (about 2 medium potatoes)
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning (or 1 packet)
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 poblano pepper, seeded and diced
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Mexican blend, or queso asadero)
Optional Garnishes
- Cilantro
- Avocado
- Sour cream
Instructions
- Brown the beef and onions: In a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onions together for about 10 minutes until the beef is browned and onions are softened. Drain off any excess fat to keep the dish from being greasy.
- Add vegetables and seasonings: Stir in the minced garlic, cubed sweet potatoes, taco seasoning, water, frozen corn, and diced poblano pepper. Mix well to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Cook covered: Cover the skillet with a lid and let the mixture cook for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. This will allow the sweet potatoes to soften until they are fork-tender.
- Evaporate excess liquid: Remove the lid, reduce the heat to medium-low, and cook for another 3 to 5 minutes to let any remaining liquid evaporate, ensuring the dish isn’t too watery.
- Melt the cheese and serve: Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top of the hot skillet mixture and allow it to melt. Serve immediately garnished with fresh cilantro, sliced avocado, and sour cream if desired for extra creaminess and flavor.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, include some diced jalapeño with the poblano pepper.
- Taco seasoning packets often contain salt, so adjust added salt accordingly.
- This recipe can be made gluten-free by ensuring the taco seasoning does not contain gluten.
- Use a lid that fits your skillet well to speed up cooking the sweet potatoes.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat nicely in a skillet or microwave.
Keywords: Tex-Mex, Ground Beef, Sweet Potato, Skillet, One-Pan Meal, Easy Dinner, Cheesy, Poblano Pepper
