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High-Protein Turkey Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

High-Protein Turkey Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

This high-protein turkey stuffed sweet potato recipe is perfect for meal prep or a clean, satisfying meal. Lean ground turkey is seasoned and sautéed with vegetables, then loaded into perfectly baked sweet potatoes. Topped with a sprinkle of your favorite herbs, this dish offers a balanced mix of protein and complex carbs to fuel your day. Delicious, nutritious, and incredibly easy to make!

Author: Hunt4Shredz

Meal Type: Milk Free

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: MEDIUM

Prep. Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 40 minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes

Servings: 4 stuffed sweet potato

Calories: 403 kcal per serving

Ingredients

  • 4 - sweet potatoes
  • 1 lb - lean ground turkey
  • ½ - onion
  • 1 - red bell pepper
  • ½ tsp - garlic powder
  • ½ tsp - smoked paprika
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Fresh parsley or green onions

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash sweet potatoes and pierce with a fork. Bake for 40–45 minutes or until soft.
  2. While potatoes bake, cook ground turkey in a skillet over medium heat until browned.
  3. Add diced onion and bell pepper. Cook for another 5–7 minutes until veggies soften.
  4. Season with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  5. Once sweet potatoes are done, slice open and stuff with turkey mixture.
  6. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Energy: 403 kcal | Total Fat: 18 g | Saturated: 5 g | Trans: 0 g | Unsaturated: 0 g | Cholesterol: 90 mg | Total Carbs: 39 g | Fiber: 6 g | Sugars: 12 g | Proteins: 25 g | Sodium: 748 mg | Polyunsaturated: 6 g | Monounsaturated: 6 g

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