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Ground turkey and peppers dish fresh from the stove, ready to serve.

Ground Turkey and Peppers

A quick, healthy, and adaptable one-skillet meal featuring ground turkey and colorful bell peppers, perfect for rice bowls, lettuce wraps, or tacos.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the skillet dish
  • 1 lb ground turkey Lean ground turkey preferred
  • 2 to 3 pieces bell peppers, chopped Use a mix of colors for better flavor and presentation
  • 1 piece onion, chopped Any onion variety can be used
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp chili powder Adjust for spice preference
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil For sautéing
  • Cooked rice, large lettuce leaves, or taco shells for serving Serving options

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Warm 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant, about 2 to 3 minutes, stirring to prevent garlic from browning.
  3. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground turkey. Break it up and cook until browned and no longer pink, about 6 to 8 minutes. If the pan becomes too wet, drain excess liquid.
  4. Stir in the chopped bell peppers, chili powder, cumin, and season with salt and black pepper. Mix until spices coat the meat and vegetables.
  5. Lower heat to medium-low, cover, and cook until peppers are tender but still have a slight bite, about 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot over cooked rice, in lettuce wraps, or in taco shells.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5g

Notes

Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate for 3-4 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently before serving. Use a mix of colored peppers for better visual appeal and sweetness.

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