Southwest Turkey Skillet

This Southwest Turkey Skillet is a quick and flavorful one-pan meal that combines lean ground turkey, vibrant vegetables, and hearty rice, all seasoned with southwestern spices. Topped with melted cheese and your favorite garnishes, it's a versatile dish perfect for busy weeknights. Customize it with your preferred veggies and protein alternatives to suit your taste.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword Southwest Turkey Skillet

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings

Calories 374kcal

Ingredients

1/2 cup chopped yellow onion
1 tsp. avocado oil or other neutral oil
2 cloves garlic minced
1 lb. leftover shredded turkey or chicken (ground turkey works too)
1 (15 oz.) can black beans drained
1 (10 oz.) can RO-TEL (tomatoes with green chiles)
1 cup corn frozen or canned
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
1 (4 oz.) can green chiles
1 oz. taco seasoning packet
2 cups cooked rice
2 tbsps. chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

In a large skillet, sauté the onion and avocado oil over medium heat.
1/2 cup chopped yellow onion, 1 tsp. avocado oil
Cook, stirring occasionally, for 4-5 minutes or until the onions are translucent.
Add the garlic and stir for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
2 cloves garlic
Stir in the turkey, beans, tomatoes, corn, cheese, stock, green chiles, and taco seasoning until well combined.
1 lb. leftover shredded turkey, 1 (15 oz.) can black beans, 1 (10 oz.) can RO-TEL, 1 cup corn, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth, 1 (4 oz.) can green chiles, 1 oz. taco seasoning packet
Add the rice and stir. Simmer for 3-5 minutes, or until most of the liquid is absorbed.
2 cups cooked rice
Sprinkle the parsley over the skillet before serving.
2 tbsps. chopped fresh parsley

Notes

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