Ground Turkey and Bell Pepper Skillet
If you’re searching for a quick and flavorful meal that satisfies both taste and nutrition, look no further than this Ground Turkey and Bell Pepper Skillet. Ready in just 25 minutes, this colorful dish combines lean ground turkey with vibrant bell peppers, aromatic spices, and a hint of lime for a delicious weeknight dinner. Perfect for busy evenings, this recipe is not only family-friendly but also adaptable to your personal taste. Enjoy it as a nutritious standalone meal or serve it with cauliflower rice or tortillas for a complete dining experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
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)
- 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 and translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Incorporate ground turkey; break apart and cook until browned, about 5–6 minutes.
- Season with smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder (if using), salt, and black pepper; mix well.
- Stir in sliced bell peppers and cook for an additional 3–4 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth, tomato paste, and soy sauce; simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Finish with lime juice if desired and garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg