Description
This Simple Ground Turkey Pepper Skillet is a quick and easy one-pan meal that is packed with flavor. Perfect for a busy weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
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Ground Turkey Skillet:
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 red onion, diced
- 3–4 tbsp tomato paste
- 3/4–1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 garlic cloves, minced (use 3/4 tsp garlic powder if not available)
- 1 1/2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2–1 tsp dried oregano (Italian seasoning will also work well)
- 1/4–1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp cracked pepper
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1–1 1/2 cups cooked rice
- shredded cheese for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil: Over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Add onions and peppers and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Cook ground turkey: Push veggies to the side of the pan and add ground turkey. Brown the turkey until cooked through, then mix the veggies back in.
- Combine ingredients: Turn the heat to low and add tomato sauce, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, oregano, red pepper, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Add rice: If using rice, stir it in and adjust with more tomato sauce as needed. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve: Top with freshly chopped parsley and shredded cheese, if desired.
Notes
- Storage: Store in an airtight container for 3-4 days. To freeze, allow to cool completely before transferring to a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.
- Use any ground meat: Ground beef or chicken can be substituted for turkey.
- Use a large skillet: A 10-12 inch skillet is recommended to prevent ingredients from spilling out.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
