Seasoned Ground Turkey Skillet
Lean ground turkey browned with onion, garlic, and warm spices, ready for rice bowls, tacos, or wraps.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Wooden spoon
- Cutting board
- Instant read thermometer
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground turkey 93 percent lean
- 1 cup chopped onion about one medium onion
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup canned black beans or corn optional, drained
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice optional, for serving
Instructions
Cooking
- Prep. Chop the onion and mince the garlic.
- Soften. Cook the onion in the oil four minutes, adding the garlic for the last minute.
- Brown. Add the turkey, break it up, and cook eight minutes until it reaches 165 F.
- Season. Stir in the spices, salt, and pepper and cook one minute.
- Finish. Fold in the beans or corn, warm two minutes, and serve.
Notes
Substitutions: Ground chicken replaces turkey, and taco seasoning can replace the spice blend.
Tips: Break the turkey into small pieces and add broth if it looks dry.
Storage: Refrigerate for three to four days or freeze for up to three months.
Nutrition does not include the optional beans, corn, and quinoa or rice.