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Ground Turkey Taco Skillet

Ground Turkey Taco Skillet: A Quick, Flavorful Dinner Delight

Ground Turkey Taco Skillet is a quick, flavorful dinner that's gluten-free and customizable, perfect for busy evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey You can substitute it with ground beef or chorizo.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Ideal for sautéing.
  • 2 tablespoons Taco Seasoning Feel free to use homemade or store-bought.
  • 1 can Black Beans Rinsed for better flavor.
  • 1 cup Sweet Corn Both frozen and canned work.
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes Using undrained creates a richer sauce.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese A blend of Mexican cheese is preferred.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro For garnish.
  • 1 each Jalapeno Adjust for heat preference.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Best served fresh.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Essential for flavor adjustment.

Equipment

  • large cast iron skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by heating 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat for about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Add 1 pound of ground turkey to the skillet. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned.
  3. Stir in 2 tablespoons of taco seasoning, along with salt and pepper, and mix thoroughly.
  4. Pour in 1 can of undrained diced tomatoes, 1 cup of rinsed black beans, and 1 cup of sweet corn. Stir well and let simmer for 5-7 minutes.
  5. Reduce heat to low and sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheese over the mixture. Cover and cook for 2-3 minutes until melted.
  6. Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro, diced jalapenos, and a dollop of sour cream. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Fresh cheese matters for the best melt and flavor. Take time to brown the meat thoroughly for deeper flavors. Customize veggies to add extra nutrition.

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