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Jessica Morgan

Ground Turkey and Peppers Skillet: A Quick, Tasty Meal!

A quick and tasty meal featuring ground turkey and colorful bell peppers, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 red bell pepper chopped
  • 1 yellow bell pepper chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 can 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 cup cooked rice white or brown
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 3 minutes until it starts to soften.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Add the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Season with oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Stir in the chopped red and yellow bell peppers and cook for another 5 minutes until they are tender.
  5. Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juice and mix well. Allow the mixture to simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Add the cooked rice to the skillet and stir until everything is well combined.
  7. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top and cover the skillet. Let it cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until the cheese is melted.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes when cooking the turkey.
  • You can also substitute ground turkey with ground chicken or beef for a different flavor profile.

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