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20-Minute High-Protein Turkey Taco Skillet

One-pan turkey taco skillet with black beans, corn and peppers. 38g protein in 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Calories: 430
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs 700g lean ground turkey ​
  • 1 tbsp olive oil ​
  • 1 ​ onion diced
  • 2 ​ bell peppers diced
  • 2 tbsp taco seasoning ​
  • 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels ​
  • 1/2 cup salsa ​
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt for serving
  • ​ ​ Fresh cilantro and lime wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Large skillet ​

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and bell peppers; cook 3-4 minutes until softened.
  2. Add ground turkey and taco seasoning. Cook 6-8 minutes, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through.
  3. Stir in black beans, corn and salsa. Simmer 3-4 minutes until heated through.
  4. Serve hot, topped with Greek yogurt, fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime.

Notes

Excellent for meal prep — refrigerate up to 4 days. Serve over rice, in tortillas, or on its own.
Nutrition per serving: Calories 430 | Protein 38g | Carbohydrates 32g | Fat 14g