Low Carb Ground Beef Sweet Potato Skillet That’s Surprisingly Filling
Add some Southwestern spice to your dinner table with this easy Ground Beef & Sweet Potato Skillet! This deliciously filling high-protein, high-fiber meal is packed with lean meat, colorful veggies, zippy spices, and melty cheese—a decidedly crowd-pleasing combo.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- ½ cup yellow onion, diced
- ½ cup red bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon oregano
- ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 3 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions
1. Add ground beef, onion, bell pepper, and garlic to a skillet over medium heat. Break up the beef into chunks and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
2. Add chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper, garlic powder, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Stir and cook for 1 minute.
3. Add sweet potatoes, black beans, and water. Stir to combine. Reduce heat to medium-low and cover.
4. Cook for 15–20 minutes until sweet potatoes are fork-tender.
5. Remove lid and cook uncovered for 2–3 minutes to evaporate remaining liquid.
6. Remove from heat. Sprinkle cheese over top and cover skillet. Let sit for 5 minutes to melt cheese.
7. Serve hot with your favorite toppings.
Notes
This recipe is perfect for a high-protein, high-fiber dinner that comes together in one pan.
Top with avocado, Greek yogurt, hot sauce, or fresh cilantro for added flavor.
Swap ground beef for ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
Leftovers store well—refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Use pre-chopped sweet potatoes to save prep time on busy nights.