15-Min Crispy Sweet Potato Skillet
Crispy-edged sweet potato cubes tossed with brown butter, cinnamon, and a crunchy pecan crumble. One-skillet, no casserole dish required—done in 15 minutes.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 312
- Protein
- 3g
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into ¾-inch cubes
- 4 tbsp butter
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- ¾ tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ cup pecans, roughly chopped
- 1 pinch salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1
Heat 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high until foaming, about 1 minute.
- 2
Add sweet potato cubes and spread in a single layer. Cook without stirring for 4 minutes until bottom edges brown.
- 3
Stir the potatoes and add remaining 2 tbsp butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Toss to coat, then cook 3 minutes stirring occasionally.
- 4
Add pecans and stir once more. Cook 1 minute until fragrant and pecans are warm.
- 5
Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a serving plate and serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet (cast iron or stainless steel preferred)
- cutting board
- chef's knife
- wooden spoon
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