Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of this Ground Turkey and Bell Pepper Skillet, a quick and nutritious meal perfect for busy weeknights. This one-pan dish combines lean ground turkey with colorful bell peppers and aromatic spices like cumin and smoked paprika. With a hint of lime to brighten the flavors, this skillet meal is both satisfying and healthy. Ideal for meal prep, you can easily customize it with your favorite vegetables or serve it over rice or in tortillas for a delicious twist. Enjoy a hearty dinner that’s ready in just 25 minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 bell peppers (any colors), sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp chili powder (optional, for heat)
- ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp soy sauce or coconut aminos
- Juice of ½ lime (optional, for brightness)
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté diced onions until soft (about 3 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (30 seconds).
- Incorporate ground turkey; cook until no longer pink (5–6 minutes).
- Season with spices; stir well.
- Add bell peppers; cook until slightly tender (3–4 minutes).
- Stir in broth, tomato paste, and soy sauce; simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Finish with lime juice if desired; garnish with cilantro or parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (275g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg