One Skillet Sweet Potato Burrito Bowls are a fast and straightforward dinner packed with sweet potatoes, rice, black beans, peppers, and all the best burrito bowl flavors.
Author’s Notes
How I Turned a reliable Meal Into an straightforward Dinner
It is satisfying to a good burrito bowl. I’ve shared quite a few versions on my website (this one is a reliable if you’re wondering! And this sauce is seriously everything).
But if I’m being honest, burrito bowls can be a bit of work. There are a lot of moving parts when you’re making everything from scratch: the protein, rice, sauce, and all the toppings. I can never skip from-scratch guac after getting this recipe from a Hawaiian tour guide, and pico is a must at my house.
And when it’s all done? It’s one of a reliable meals ever. But most weeknights I’m craving those flavors without all the prep, especially during busy homework and basketball-filled nights. That’s exactly why I created my one-skillet chicken burrito bowls.
After making that recipe tons of times, I knew I needed a meatless version too. This one highlights my all-time favorite veggie: sweet potatoes. It’s just as good as my other burrito bowls, a hit with my whole family, and it comes together so fast.
I’m completely obsessed with it.
One-Skillet Sweet Potato Burrito Bowl Ingredients
| Ingredient | Let’s Chat About It |
|---|---|
| Sweet potatoes | Cut into small 1/2-inch cubes so they cook quickly and evenly. |
| Olive oil & rice | Toast the rice in the oil for a couple of minutes before adding liquid. This adds extra flavor and keeps the grains from getting mushy. |
| Garlic, chili powder & cumin | These spices build the base flavor. Cook them for a minute until they smell good. |
| Tomatoes, black beans & corn | Fire-roasted tomatoes add great flavor. Drain and rinse the beans well. |
| Mini bell peppers, lime & toppings | Fresh toppings like avocado, cilantro, tomatoes, and sour cream at tons of flavor at the end. |
the cook’s Notes
a reliable Toppings
Top these One Skillet Sweet Potato Burrito Bowls however you like. Here are some of a reliable toppings:
- Fresh lime: Serve wedges on individual plates.
- Pico de gallo or tomatoes: Add a scoop of pico or diced cherry tomatoes.
- Avocado: Thinly sliced, chopped, or a scoop of guac.
- Cilantro: Finely chopped and sprinkled right on top.
- Sour cream: Any type works, use your favorite.
- Tortilla strips: For crunch, use store-bought or from-scratch.
- Cilantro-lime sauce: Nothing beats a drizzle of this on top!
How To Make One-Skillet Sweet Potato Burrito Bowls
- Cook sweet potatoes: Sauté in a wide skillet until tender and lightly browned.
- Toast rice: mix in rice, garlic, and seasonings; cook briefly until they smell good.
- Add remaining ingredients: mix in tomatoes, beans, corn, broth, and peppers.
- Simmer: Cover and cook until rice is tender and liquid is soaked up.
- Finish & serve: mix in lime and cilantro, melt cheese, and add toppings.
Variations
Change Things Up!
- Add onion: Sauté 1/2 cup diced yellow onion with the sweet potatoes.
- Lighten it up: Use less Cheddar and fat-free sour cream.
- Make it vegetarian: Swap chicken broth for veggie broth or stock.
- Add heat: Add canned diced green chiles, extra chili powder, or a diced pepper.
the cook’s Top Tips
A Couple Helpful Tips
- Large non-stick skillet: Use a 12-inch skillet so everything fits nicely and the rice doesn’t stick.
- Freshly grated cheese: Grate your own for better melting.
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