Ground Turkey and Peppers Skillet
This ground turkey and peppers skillet is a 30-minute meal packed with lean protein, vibrant veggies, and bold spices. It’s low-carb, meal-prep friendly, and delicious served on its own or over rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice.
Ingredients
- 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
- 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 onion for 3 minutes, until softened.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, just until fragrant.
- Add ground turkey and break it into small pieces.
- Cook for 5–6 minutes, until no longer pink.
- Sprinkle in paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to coat evenly.
- See full steps with tips & photos → https://mischacrossing.com/ground-turkey-and-peppers-skillet/
Notes
- Use ground chicken or beef if preferred.
- Add black beans or corn for a more filling dish.
- Make it spicier with a dash of hot sauce or red pepper flakes.
- Works great for meal prep and reheats beautifully.