Description
This skillet meal reminds me of fall evenings when the scent of roasted veggies filled the house and dinner meant something warm and satisfying. With lean ground beef, sweet potatoes, and hearty veggies, this one-pan wonder delivers big flavor and easy cleanup. It’s the kind of dish that feels like a hug from the inside—simple, nourishing, and made for sharing.
Ingredients
Beef:
1 lb lean ground beef (or ground turkey)
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp dried basil
¾ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp onion powder
1 tsp minced garlic
Veggies:
2 tbsp olive or avocado oil
2 cups diced carrots
2 cups diced sweet potatoes (peeled or unpeeled)
1 tsp salt
1 tsp chili powder
½ tsp ground ginger
½ tsp onion powder
¼ tsp crushed red pepper (or ½ tsp for more heat)
1 cup beef stock or broth
1 lb diced Brussels sprouts
Instructions
In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add carrots and sweet potatoes. Sauté for 6–8 minutes.
Stir in Brussels sprouts and seasonings (salt, chili powder, ginger, onion powder, red pepper). Cook another 5 minutes.
Add broth, cover, and simmer for 8–10 minutes until veggies are tender.
In a separate pan, brown ground beef with its seasonings. Drain excess fat.
Combine beef with veggie mixture in the skillet. Stir well and heat through.
Serve warm, straight from the pan.
Notes
One skillet, endless flavor—this dish is a weeknight hero and a cozy favorite all year long.
Nutrition
- Calories: 410 per serving
- Sugar: 9g per serving
- Sodium: 480mg per serving
- Fat: 23g per serving
- Saturated Fat: 6g per serving
- Carbohydrates: 28g per serving
- Fiber: 6g per serving
- Protein: 25g per serving