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Ground Turkey and Peppers Skillet dish served in a frying pan

Ground Turkey and Peppers Skillet

A colorful, fast one-pan meal featuring lean ground turkey and vibrant peppers, seasoned with bold spices for a quick and healthy dinner option.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground turkey Use lean or regular based on preference.
  • 1 tbsp olive oil Substitute with avocado oil for a higher smoke point.
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, or green), sliced Mix of colors is preferred but not necessary.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • ½ tsp chili powder (optional) For heat.
  • ½ tsp salt Adjust to taste.
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ cup low-sodium chicken broth Or water.
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce or coconut aminos Use coconut aminos for gluten-free/paleo.
  • Juice of ½ lime (optional) For brightness.
  • to taste Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Warm a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Add the diced onion. Sauté until soft and translucent, about 3 minutes.
  2. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  3. Add the ground turkey, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until no longer pink, about 5 to 6 minutes. Drain off excess liquid if necessary.
Cooking
  1. Sprinkle in the smoked paprika, ground cumin, optional chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir to coat the turkey evenly.
  2. Add the sliced bell peppers and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, until they start to soften but still hold some bite.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth, add the tomato paste and soy sauce. Stir to combine and dissolve the paste. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce reduces slightly.
  4. Turn off the heat and squeeze fresh lime juice over the skillet. Garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g

Notes

Cool leftovers to room temperature within two hours. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days in refrigerator or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently to avoid drying out the turkey.

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