Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 large red onion, finely chopped
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 large red bell pepper, finely chopped
- 4 ounce can green chiles, drained
- 2 cups peeled and finely chopped sweet potatoes, about 1 large potato
- 15 ounce canned diced tomatoes, fire roasted if desired
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
- Fresh cilantro for garnish, optional
- Sliced avocado for garnish, optional
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Place the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the onion and ground beef. Cook until the beef is browned, breaking up into smaller pieces with a spatula.
- Add minced garlic and spices and stir to combine letting cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the bell pepper, green chiles, sweet potatoes, tomatoes and water. Stir to combine then cover with a lid and reduce heat to a low simmer. Cook for about 15 minutes or until sweet potatoes are fork tender.
- Remove the lid, top with the cheddar cheese then cover again with the lid until melted, about 1-2 more minutes.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro, sliced avocado and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef for a healthier option.
- Adjust spices to your taste preference.
- Serve hot for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Lactose
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg