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Savory Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Casserole

Ground turkey sweet potato casserole in a white ceramic baking dish on a bright white marble surface, with roasted sweet potato cubes, zucchini, browned turkey, and melted parmesan shown in a complete square main recipe photograph.
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Savory Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Casserole is a cozy, healthy dinner made with lean ground turkey, tender sweet potatoes, zucchini, Parmesan, olive oil, garlic, and rosemary. It bakes up hearty, lightly cheesy, and full of simple savory flavor, making it great for meal prep or an easy family dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped into small even pieces
  • 2 small zucchini, sliced into rounds and quartered
  • ⅔ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder, divided
  • 1 teaspoon rosemary, divided
  • 5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set the oven to 400°F and lightly grease a large baking dish.
  2. Roast the sweet potatoes: Add the chopped sweet potatoes to the baking dish with 2 tablespoons olive oil, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon rosemary, salt, and pepper. Toss well and bake for 30 mins, until starting to soften.
  3. Cook the turkey: While the sweet potatoes bake, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground turkey, remaining 1 teaspoon garlic powder, remaining ½ teaspoon rosemary, salt, and pepper, then cook until browned and no pink remains.
  4. Add turkey and zucchini: Remove the baking dish from the oven and stir in the cooked turkey and chopped zucchini. Spread everything into an even layer and bake for 10 mins.
  5. Finish with cheese: Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, sprinkle Parmesan over the top, and bake for another 10 mins, until hot, tender, and lightly cheesy on top.
  6. Serve warm: Let the casserole rest for a few minutes before scooping so the sweet potatoes hold together better.

Notes

  • Cut the sweet potatoes small and even so they cook through at the same pace as the rest of the casserole.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • Reheat in the microwave or covered in a 350°F oven until warmed through.
  • For a saucier version, serve with marinara or a drizzle of hot sauce.

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Keywords: ground turkey casserole

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