Southwest Sweet Potato, Black Bean and Rice Skillet
This Southwest Sweet Potato, Black Bean, and Rice Skillet is a flavorful and nutritious one-pan meal perfect for busy weeknights. Combining sweet potatoes, black beans, rice, corn, and Southwestern spices, it's a quick, easy, and versatile dish the whole family will love.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Can opener
- Colander
- Spatula
- Lid for skillet
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Pinch of cayenne pepper optional
- ¼ cup water
- 1 cup cooked rice white or brown
- 1 cup frozen corn
- ½ cup salsa
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: chopped cilantro, avocado slices, sour cream or Greek yogurt, lime wedges
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add diced sweet potato, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using). Stir to coat.
- Add ¼ cup of water, cover the skillet, and cook until sweet potato is tender, about 8-10 minutes.
- Stir in drained and rinsed black beans, cooked rice, frozen corn, and salsa.
- Cook until everything is heated through, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed with salt and pepper.
- Remove from heat and garnish with your favorite toppings such as chopped cilantro, avocado slices, sour cream or Greek yogurt, and a squeeze of lime juice.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
For best results, use cooked rice that has been cooled slightly. Don't overcrowd the skillet; if making a large batch, cook the sweet potatoes in batches. Customize the spices to your liking; for a milder flavor, reduce the chili powder and cayenne pepper. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop. This dish is also great as a burrito bowl or taco filling. Add protein like grilled chicken or tofu to make it even more satisfying.