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One-Skillet Ground Turkey and Peppers

This one-skillet supper combines lean ground turkey and vibrant bell peppers with a smoky seasoning for a quick and nutritious weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground turkey Can substitute with ground chicken or lean ground beef.
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 3 pieces bell peppers (red, yellow, or green), sliced Use any color peppers; red and yellow are sweeter, green is more peppery.
  • 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 Helps to keep the dish from getting too salty.
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce or coconut aminos For gluten-free, use coconut aminos or tamari.
  • ½ pieces lime, juice (optional) For brightness.
  • to taste fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onions and cook until soft and translucent, about 3 minutes.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Cooking the Turkey
  1. Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Use a wooden spoon to break it up into small pieces. Cook until no longer pink, about 5-6 minutes.
Seasoning and Adding Peppers
  1. Sprinkle in the smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir to coat the turkey evenly with the seasonings.
  2. Add the sliced bell peppers and stir everything together. Let the peppers cook for 3-4 minutes, just until they start to soften but still retain some crunch.
Adding Sauce Components
  1. Pour in the chicken broth, tomato paste, and soy sauce. Stir everything together and let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Finishing and Serving
  1. Turn off the heat and squeeze in the fresh lime juice for an extra burst of flavor. Garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley. Serve immediately, either on its own or with your favorite side!

Notes

Leftovers can be refrigerated for 3 to 4 days. For freezing, portion into freezer-safe containers and freeze up to 3 months.