This ground beef sweet potato hash combines lean ground beef, tender sweet potatoes, black beans, bell pepper, and Southwest-inspired seasonings in one skillet. Ready in about 30 minutes, it’s an easy weeknight dinner the whole family will enjoy.
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What Is Ground Beef Sweet Potato Hash?
Ground beef sweet potato hash is a hearty one-skillet meal made with browned ground beef, diced sweet potatoes, vegetables, and seasonings cooked together in one pan. It’s an easy weeknight dinner that’s ready in about 30 minutes.
Do Ground Beef and Sweet Potatoes Go Together?
Yes. The savory flavor of ground beef pairs well with the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes. Adding onions, peppers, black beans, and Southwest-inspired seasonings creates a balanced, hearty one-pan meal.
Why You’ll Love This Ground Beef Sweet Potato Hash
- One pan means easy cleanup.
- Ready in about 30 minutes.
- Made with ground beef, sweet potatoes, black beans, and peppers.
- Hearty enough for dinner on its own.
- Great for meal prep.
I usually serve this dish with a green salad or fresh vegetable like these Pan Fried Green Beans, Italian Roasted Broccoli or Roasted Zucchini and Summer Squash.
Ingredients
Ingredient Notes
- Ground Beef: Lean ground beef keeps the dish lighter and requires little or no draining. Ground turkey or chicken also works well.
- Sweet Potatoes: Dice them into small, even pieces so they cook quickly.
- Black Beans: Rinse and drain before adding.
- Bell Pepper: Green, red, orange, or yellow peppers all work.
- Onion: Yellow onion is my preference, but white or red onion can be substituted.
- Tomato Sauce: Adds richness and helps create the sauce.
- Beef Broth: Helps cook the sweet potatoes and adds flavor.
- Garlic: Fresh or jarred minced garlic both work.
- Seasonings: Chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and salt give this hash its Southwest flavor.
How to Make Ground Beef Sweet Potato Hash
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Brown the ground beef with the onion and bell pepper.
Stir in the sweet potatoes, tomato sauce, broth, garlic, and seasonings. Cover and cook until the potatoes are tender.
Stir in the black beans.
Cover and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until everything is heated through.
Storage & Reheating
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- To reheat, microwave in 45-second intervals, stirring in between, until heated through. You can also warm it up in a skillet over medium heat—just add a splash of water or beef broth if it seems a little dry.
Recipe FAQs
Not spicy as written. For more heat, add cayenne, crushed red pepper flakes, or hot sauce.
That’s totally up to you! If the skin looks good and you give it a good scrub, you can leave it on for a little extra texture and fiber. If you’re not a fan of the skin, go ahead and peel them.
More Easy One-Pan Dinners
- 25-Minute Vegetarian Pasta – a quick one skillet recipe packed with vegetables and big flavor.
- Beef Tagine with Butternut Squash – a stovetop beef dish loaded with warm spices.
- Slow Cooker Chicken Stew – a lighter take on a classic comfort food.
Check out my 15 Easy One-Pan Recipes for Family Dinners collection for more ideas!
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Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Hash Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 green bell pepper
- ½ cup chopped onion
- 1 medium sweet potato
- ½ cup beef broth
- ¼ cup tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 can black beans 15.25 ounces
Instructions
- Chop the bell pepper, onion and peel and chop the sweet potato into small chunks.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, chopped green pepper and diced onion. Cook, stirring often, until the beef is browned and the veggies are softened—this should take about 5–7 minutes.1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 pound lean ground beef, 1 green bell pepper, ½ cup chopped onion
- Stir in the sweet potatoes, broth, tomato sauce, garlic, and spices. Cover and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 9–11 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender.1 medium sweet potato, ½ cup beef broth, ¼ cup tomato sauce, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, 1 teaspoon chili powder, ½ teaspoon smoked paprika, ½ teaspoon cumin, ½ teaspoon salt
- Pour in the drained and rinsed beans. Give it a good stir, cover again, and cook for another 2 minutes, or until everything is heated through.1 can black beans
About Mindy
Mindy has been cooking for over 30 years, starting as a young mother who learned how to create delicious meals on a budget. Today, she shares approachable recipes made with everyday ingredients that are easy, affordable, and family-friendly. Her goal is to show that great food doesn’t need to be complicated or expensive.