Description
Ground Turkey and Peppers is a delightful and comforting dish that brings together lean protein and vibrant vegetables in one easy-to-prepare skillet meal. This recipe takes less than 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. The combination of ground turkey and colorful bell peppers, seasoned with a blend of spices, creates a flavorful and nutritious option for dinner. Whether you serve it over rice, in lettuce wraps, or as tacos, this versatile dish is sure to please the whole family. Plus, it’s easily customizable—swap in your favorite veggies or toppings to make it your own!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 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)
- 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 the diced onions until soft.
- Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Brown the ground turkey in the skillet, breaking it up into small pieces until fully cooked.
- Stir in the spices and add sliced bell peppers; cook until they are slightly tender.
- Mix in chicken broth, tomato paste, and soy sauce; let simmer to meld flavors.
- Finish with fresh lime juice and garnish before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg