Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of our Ground Turkey and Bell Pepper Skillet, a delightful one-pan dish that brings together lean ground turkey, colorful bell peppers, and aromatic spices. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep, this recipe is not only packed with protein but also customizable to suit your taste. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s an ideal solution for busy families seeking a healthy yet satisfying meal. Serve it over rice, in tortillas, or atop a bed of greens for a versatile dining experience. With its hearty yet refreshing flavor profile, this skillet dish is sure to become a staple on your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, or green), 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)
- 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).
- Add ground turkey; break it up and cook until no longer pink (5–6 minutes).
- Season with smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder (if using), salt, and black pepper.
- Stir in sliced bell peppers and cook for 3–4 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and tomato paste; simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Remove from heat; add lime juice if desired and garnish before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg