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Turkey Enchilada Skillet

Easy Turkey Enchilada Skillet: Your New Favorite Comfort Meal

A quick and delicious Turkey Enchilada Skillet that combines ground turkey, black beans, and cheese in a flavorful enchilada sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey Can substitute with ground chicken or beef.
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil Olive oil is a suitable replacement.
  • 1 large Red Bell Pepper Can use green or yellow bell peppers.
  • 1 medium Onion Shallots or green onions work as alternatives.
  • 1 can Black Beans Canned beans are a quick option.
  • 1 can Diced Green Chiles Optional for less spice.
  • 1 cup Enchilada Sauce Choose homemade or store-bought.
  • 1 cup Frozen Corn Fresh corn is an alternative.
  • 4-6 pieces Corn Tortillas Stale tortillas hold up well in sauce.
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheese Use your favorite blend or low-fat cheese.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Turkey Enchilada Skillet
  1. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of avocado oil over medium heat until it shimmers.
  2. Add 1 pound of ground turkey to the skillet, season with cumin, salt, and pepper; cook for 5–7 minutes until browned.
  3. Remove the turkey and in the same skillet, sauté chopped onions and red bell pepper for about 3 minutes until softened.
  4. Stir in 1 can of black beans, diced green chiles, enchilada sauce, and 1 cup of frozen corn; simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add the cooked turkey back into the skillet; cut 4-6 corn tortillas into strips and fold them into the mixture; simmer for about 3 minutes.
  6. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the mixture, cover, and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
  7. Serve warm, topped with fresh cilantro, avocado slices, and sour cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 12IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Customize the ingredients to suit your taste and dietary preferences. Enjoy the interactive dinner experience with a toppings bar.

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