Easy Crispy Ground Beef Sweet Potato Bowls with Hot Honey
Easy Crispy Ground Beef Sweet Potato Bowls with Hot Honey are the ultimate 20-minute dinner. After making this many times, I’ve found the secret to crispy beef and perfectly seasoned sweet potatoes. The hot honey drizzle adds a sweet, spicy kick that my family begs for. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Crispy Pork Potsticker Noodle Bowl and Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Meatloaf.
Why This Easy Crispy Ground Beef Sweet Potato Bowls with Hot Honey Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy ground beef with a perfect sear
- Sweet potatoes cooked to perfection
- Tangy hot honey drizzle for a flavor boost
- Ready in just 20 minutes for a quick dinner
What You'll Need for Easy Crispy Ground Beef Sweet Potato Bowls with Hot Honey
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 small onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- Optional: Chopped green onions
- Optional: Shredded cheese
- Optional: Sour cream or Greek yogurt
📝 Ingredient Notes
- ground beef: Use 80/20 ground beef for the best flavor and texture.
- sweet potatoes: Peel and dice the sweet potatoes for even cooking.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Cast iron skillet — Gives the beef a perfect sear and cooks the sweet potatoes evenly. → See on Amazon
- Instant-read meat thermometer — Ensures the beef is cooked to a safe temperature and prevents overcooking. → See on Amazon
How to Make Easy Crispy Ground Beef Sweet Potato Bowls with Hot Honey
- Step 1: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Step 2: Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
- Step 3: Stir in diced sweet potatoes, salt, pepper, paprika, chili powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sweet potatoes are tender.
- Step 4: Stir in frozen corn and peas. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until heated through.
- Step 5: In a small bowl, mix together honey and hot sauce. Drizzle over the beef and sweet potato mixture. Stir to combine.
- Step 6: Serve hot, topped with chopped green onions, shredded cheese, and sour cream or Greek yogurt if desired.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Crispy Ground Beef Sweet Potato Bowls with Hot Honey
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcrowd the skillet when cooking the beef. This can lead to steaming instead of searing. Cook the beef in batches if necessary.
- Pro tip: For even cooking, make sure the sweet potatoes are diced into uniform pieces.
- Pro tip: Adjust the hot sauce to taste. Start with a small amount and add more as needed.
Storing & Reheating Easy Crispy Ground Beef Sweet Potato Bowls with Hot Honey
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: The beef and sweet potato mixture can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
Freezing Easy Crispy Ground Beef Sweet Potato Bowls with Hot Honey
Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes, until heated through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, until heated through. Add a splash of water to prevent drying out.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, substitute the ground beef with cooked lentils or chickpeas.
- Best substitution: No substitutions for the hot sauce. It's what gives the dish its unique flavor.
- Make-ahead: The beef and sweet potato mixture can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the beef is not browning, increase the heat to high and cook without stirring for a few minutes. If the beef is sticking to the skillet, add a little more oil.
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Easy Crispy Ground Beef Sweet Potato Bowls with Hot Honey
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 small onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 cup frozen peas
Seasonings
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp hot sauce (adjust to taste)
Optional Toppings
- Chopped green onions
- Shredded cheese
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Step 2: Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
- Step 3: Stir in diced sweet potatoes, salt, pepper, paprika, chili powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sweet potatoes are tender.
- Step 4: Stir in frozen corn and peas. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until heated through.
- Step 5: In a small bowl, mix together honey and hot sauce. Drizzle over the beef and sweet potato mixture. Stir to combine.
- Step 6: Serve hot, topped with chopped green onions, shredded cheese, and sour cream or Greek yogurt if desired.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, substitute the ground beef with cooked lentils or chickpeas.
- Best substitution: No substitutions for the hot sauce. It's what gives the dish its unique flavor.
- Make-ahead: The beef and sweet potato mixture can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the beef is not browning, increase the heat to high and cook without stirring for a few minutes. If the beef is sticking to the skillet, add a little more oil.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes, until heated through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, until heated through. Add a splash of water to prevent drying out.
- Make ahead: The beef and sweet potato mixture can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 30g
- Fat: 20g
- Carbs: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Cholesterol: 80mg
- Sat. Fat: 8g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Crispy Ground Beef Sweet Potato Bowls with Hot Honey FAQs
Yes, the beef and sweet potato mixture can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving. However, the hot honey drizzle is best added fresh.
If the beef is not browning, increase the heat to high and cook without stirring for a few minutes. If the beef is sticking to the skillet, add a little more oil.
Yes, individual portions can be frozen for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
Yes, cook the beef and sweet potatoes separately in the air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for 10-12 minutes, stirring halfway through.
No substitutions for the hot sauce. It's what gives the dish its unique flavor.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Crispy Ground Beef Sweet Potato Bowls with Hot Honey and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
