Description
This Southwest Rice and Ground Turkey Skillet recipe is a flavorful one-pan meal that combines tender ground turkey with rice, beans, and vegetables, all cooked in a savory blend of spices. Topped with melted cheese, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice, it’s a satisfying and easy dinner option.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion (diced)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (uncooked)
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Chopped cilantro and lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Cook Ground Turkey: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks, about 5–6 minutes.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until vegetables are softened.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Stir in the rice, black beans, diced tomatoes with their juices, chicken broth, corn, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20–25 minutes, or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Melt Cheese and Serve: Uncover and sprinkle shredded cheese over the top. Cover again for 2–3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice before serving.
Notes
- For added heat, stir in diced jalapeños or extra chili powder.
- Brown rice can be used but will require a longer cook time and additional broth.
- This dish makes great leftovers and reheats well.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
