Description
Sweet meets spicy in this hearty dish of roasted sweet potatoes packed with savory, chili-spiced ground beef and melty cheese. It’s a balanced blend of bold flavors and comforting textures — perfect for a family dinner or meal prep favorite.
Ingredients
2 lbs lean ground beef
1½ cups finely chopped white onion
1 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
8 garlic cloves, chopped
4 tbsp chili powder
2 tbsp ground cumin
4 tsp dried oregano
2 tsp ground coriander
2 (14-oz) cans diced tomatoes
½ cup water
8 medium sweet potatoes
1 cup shredded cheese (Cheddar or pepper Jack)
Instructions
Bake the sweet potatoes: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pierce sweet potatoes with a fork and bake directly on the rack for 45–50 minutes until soft.
Cook beef mixture: In a large skillet, brown ground beef over medium heat. Drain excess fat if needed. Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté until soft, about 5 minutes.
Spice it up: Stir in chili powder, cumin, oregano, and coriander. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add tomatoes & simmer: Pour in diced tomatoes and water. Simmer uncovered for 10–15 minutes until thickened.
Assemble: Slice sweet potatoes open and fluff with a fork. Spoon in the beef mixture, top with shredded cheese.
Serve hot, optionally with avocado, sour cream, or cilantro.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 45 mins
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 9g
- Fat: 26g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g