Description
Turkey Taco Skillet is an easy, flavorful one-pan weeknight dinner featuring lean ground turkey cooked with onions, jalapeño, beans, corn, and salsa, then topped with crunchy tortilla chips and melted cheese. Quick to prepare and packed with protein and vibrant Mexican-inspired flavors, it’s perfect for a family meal with customizable toppings like cilantro, pickled red onions, tomatoes, guacamole, and lime wedges.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño, seeds removed and diced
- 1 lb 93% lean ground turkey
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- ¾ cup canned pinto beans, drained
- ¾ cup corn kernels
- 12 oz jarred salsa (about 1 jar)
- 32 tortilla chips (about 4 oz)
- 1 cup shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend
Toppings
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- Pickled red onions
- ¼ cup chopped tomatoes
- Lime wedges
- Guacamole (optional)
- Sour cream (optional)
- Avocado (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the oil and sauté aromatics: In a large skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Once hot, add the finely chopped yellow onion and diced jalapeño. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Cook the ground turkey: Add the 93% lean ground turkey to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, breaking up the meat with a spoon, until the turkey is browned and cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Add spices and vegetables: Stir in the chili powder, smoked paprika, ground cumin, cayenne pepper, drained pinto beans, corn kernels, and salsa. Mix well to combine all ingredients evenly and cook for an additional 3 minutes to heat through and let flavors meld.
- Top with chips and cheese: Lightly crumble the tortilla chips evenly over the turkey mixture in the skillet. Sprinkle the shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend evenly on top of the chips.
- Melt the cheese: Cover the skillet with a lid and let it cook on medium-low for 1 to 2 minutes until the cheese melts. Alternatively, place the skillet under a broiler for 2 to 3 minutes to melt and slightly brown the cheese, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the skillet from heat. Top with chopped cilantro, pickled red onions, chopped tomatoes, and any optional toppings like guacamole, sour cream, or avocado. Serve with fresh lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the dish.
Notes
- This Turkey Taco Skillet is a quick, one-pan meal perfect for busy weeknights.
- Feel free to customize toppings based on preference or availability, such as adding sliced jalapeños or more cheese.
- Serve with extra tortilla chips or a side salad for a complete meal.
- Leftovers keep well covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 503 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 1081 mg
- Fat: 23.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 6.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 43.5 g
- Fiber: 5.5 g
- Protein: 37 g
- Cholesterol: 99 mg
