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Zesty Skillet Turkey Enchilada Smash-Up

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  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Skillet Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A flavorful and healthy one-pan Ground Turkey Enchilada Skillet packed with spices, black beans, cauliflower rice, and melty cheese, perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground turkey (93% lean preferred)
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • Cayenne (optional, to taste)
  • Olive oil
  • ½ large yellow onion or 1 small, diced
  • 10 oz frozen cauliflower rice
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 can black beans (15 oz), drained and rinsed
  • 15 oz enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 56 small corn tortillas, cut into strips and halved
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
  • Chopped cilantro for topping

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until softened.
  2. Add ground turkey, cumin, chili powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne if using. Cook until turkey is browned.
  3. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  4. Add cauliflower rice, black beans, enchilada sauce, and salsa. Stir well and simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Mix in tortilla strips and top with shredded cheese.
  6. Cover skillet and cook until cheese melts, about 3–5 minutes.
  7. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve.

Notes

  • Use lean ground turkey for a healthier dish.
  • Adjust cayenne pepper to control spiciness.
  • Substitute corn tortillas with flour tortillas if preferred.
  • Cauliflower rice is a low-carb alternative to traditional rice.
  • Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg