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Ground Turkey and Peppers dish served in a bowl

Ground Turkey and Peppers

A quick and satisfying skillet meal made with seasoned ground turkey, colorful bell peppers, and onions. This dish is adaptable for various dietary preferences and perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground turkey (93% lean or leaner is fine)
  • 2 pieces bell peppers, any color, diced
  • 1 pieces onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • to taste none Salt and pepper
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil for cooking
Serving Suggestions
  • to taste none Rice, lettuce wraps, or taco shells for serving

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Warm a tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté, stirring occasionally, until the onion is translucent and fragrant, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  3. Increase the heat slightly and add the ground turkey. Break it into small pieces with a spoon. Cook until no pink remains and the meat starts to brown, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  4. Sprinkle in the chili powder and cumin, then season with salt and pepper. Stir to distribute the spices and let them toast for 30 seconds.
  5. Add the diced bell peppers. Continue cooking until the peppers are tender but still bright, about 4 to 5 minutes.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve immediately over rice, spooned into lettuce wraps, or stuffed into taco shells.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g

Notes

For added moisture, add a splash of low-sodium chicken broth or a tablespoon of tomato paste while the peppers cook. Substitute bell peppers with poblano for a smokier flavor or use a mix of colors for visual appeal.

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