Description
This one-pan ground turkey skillet is packed with protein, fiber, and fresh veggies. It’s a light, flavorful meal that comes together in just 30 minutes—great for meal prep or a quick dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned, drained)
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- Juice of 1 lime (for brightness)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Optional Toppings:
- Shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Cotija)
- Avocado slices
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Tortilla chips or rice for serving
Instructions
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Cook the Turkey:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add ground turkey and cook for 5-6 minutes, breaking it apart, until browned.
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Sauté the Aromatics:
- Add onion and garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
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Add the Veggies & Seasonings:
- Stir in zucchini, corn, black beans, and diced tomatoes (with juices).
- Add chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Stir to combine and let cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Finish & Serve:
- Remove from heat and stir in lime juice and fresh cilantro.
- Serve hot with tortilla chips, rice, or in taco shells!
Notes
Want more heat? Add a diced jalapeño or extra red pepper flakes.
Make it low-carb: Serve over cauliflower rice or in lettuce wraps.
Storage: Keeps well in the fridge for 4 days or freezes for 3 months.