Description
Turkey Taco Rice Skillet is a quick and delicious one-pan meal that combines savory ground turkey, vibrant veggies, and fluffy rice, all seasoned to perfection. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, bringing everyone together for a flavorful experience. With easy preparation and customizable ingredients, the Turkey Taco Rice Skillet will become a household favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (mixed colors)
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (fire-roasted recommended)
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping bell peppers and onion; rinse rice under cold water.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté onions in olive oil until translucent. Add bell peppers and cook until softened.
- Increase heat and add ground turkey; cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Stir in rinsed rice and taco seasoning; mix well to coat the rice with flavors.
- Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes; bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top, cover again until melted, then garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg