Ground Turkey and Bell Pepper Skillet
Ground Turkey and Bell Pepper Skillet is a delightful dish that brings together vibrant veggies and lean protein for a quick, nutritious meal your family will love. In just 25 minutes, this colorful one-pan recipe combines ground turkey with fresh bell peppers and aromatic spices, creating a hearty yet healthy option perfect for busy weeknights. Whether you’re meal prepping or serving dinner to a crowd, this skillet is not only satisfying but also adaptable to fit your taste preferences. Enjoy the burst of flavors while keeping it light and wholesome!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, or green), sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp chili powder (optional)
- 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 olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté diced onions until soft and translucent (about 3 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (30 seconds).
- Stir in ground turkey and break it apart as it cooks until no longer pink (5–6 minutes).
- Season with smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Add sliced bell peppers and cook until slightly softened (3–4 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth, tomato paste, and soy sauce; simmer for another 2–3 minutes.
- If using lime juice, squeeze it in before serving and garnish with fresh herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg