Ground Turkey and Bell Pepper Skillet
If you’re in search of a delicious and vibrant weeknight meal, look no further than this Ground Turkey and Bell Pepper Skillet. This one-pan wonder combines lean ground turkey with colorful bell peppers, aromatic spices, and fresh ingredients, making it a family favorite that’s both comforting and nutritious. Quick to prepare and easy to clean up, this dish is perfect for busy evenings or relaxed gatherings. Serve it as is or alongside your choice of grains for a balanced meal that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 bell peppers (any color), sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp chili powder (optional)
- ½ tsp salt (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 the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onions and sauté until soft (about 3 minutes).
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Add the ground turkey, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until no longer pink (5–6 minutes).
- Season with smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper; stir to coat well.
- Toss in the sliced bell peppers and cook until slightly softened (3–4 minutes).
- Pour in the chicken broth, tomato paste, and soy sauce; simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Squeeze lime juice over the dish before serving hot, garnished with fresh herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg