Description
A quick, flavorful one‑pan skillet dinner featuring lean ground turkey simmered with taco spices, beans, corn, and veggies—ideal for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup frozen corn (or canned, drained)
- 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies (e.g., Rotel)
- 2 tbsp tomato paste (optional, for thickness)
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for sautéing)
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, avocado, chopped cilantro, sour cream, lime wedges
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium‑high heat. Add diced onion and bell pepper; sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Add minced garlic and cook another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add ground turkey, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 5–6 minutes.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix to coat the turkey and vegetables evenly.
- Add black beans, corn, diced tomatoes with chilies, and tomato paste (if using). Stir to combine.
- Reduce heat to medium‑low, cover and simmer for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and flavors meld.
- Taste and adjust seasonings if needed—add more salt, pepper, or spices to taste.
- Serve directly from the skillet and top with desired garnishes like cheese, avocado, cilantro, sour cream, and lime wedges.
Notes
- Swap ground turkey with ground chicken or beef if preferred.
- Add a diced jalapeño or a pinch of cayenne for extra heat.
- Use red kidney or pinto beans in place of black beans.
- For a low-carb version, omit beans and serve over cauliflower rice.
- Leftovers store well for up to 4 days in the fridge—reheat on stovetop or microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg