Description
This Southwest Turkey and Rice Skillet is a quick and easy one-pan meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. It’s packed with flavor from ground turkey, a medley of vegetables, and a blend of spices, all simmered together with rice and topped with melted cheese.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup finely diced onion
- 1 cup finely diced red bell pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon chipotle powder (substitute with chili powder for less heat)
- 1 teaspoon dried cilantro
- 1 (10 ounce) can original RoTel (substitute with mild RoTel for less heat)
- 1 (4 ounce) can mild diced green chilies
- 1 (14 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- Chopped scallions, for garnish
- Lime wedges, for serving
- Tortilla chips, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables and Brown Meat: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté onion and bell pepper until softened. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant. Add ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until browned. Drain any excess grease.
- Season and Simmer: Stir in salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, chipotle powder (or chili powder), and dried cilantro. Cook for 2 minutes. Add RoTel, green chilies, black beans, corn, cooked rice, and ½ cup of the shredded cheese. Stir and cook for 2 minutes to heat through.
- Melt Cheese and Serve: Top with remaining cheddar cheese, cover, and turn off heat. Let stand for 5 minutes to melt the cheese. Garnish with tortilla chips, scallions, and a squeeze of lime juice. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Skillet: Use a non-stick skillet for easier cleanup.
- Ground Turkey: Break up the ground turkey quickly as it cooks to prevent large clumps.
- Seasoning: Season the meat after browning to avoid losing flavor if draining grease.
- Cheese: Shredding cheese beforehand helps it melt more easily.
- Storage: Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Serving
- Calories: 480kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
