Ground Turkey and Black Bean Taco Skillet
This Ground Turkey and Black Bean Taco Skillet is a great, healthy family meal and uses a lot of pantry staples. It has all the flavour of tacos but with less mess since it is all made in one pan. Give it a try on your next Taco Tuesday.
Ingredients
- 2 tsp canola oil
- 1 lb extra lean ground turkey
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 red bell peppers, chopped
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp oregano
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup rice
- 1 19oz can of black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 19oz can diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup frozen corn kernels
- 1 cup grated cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- Optional toppings: sour cream, avocados, guacamole, green onions, salsa, lime juice
Instructions
- In a large, oven-safe skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add turkey and break it up into small pieces using a wooden spoon.
- Add onion and peppers and cook until the are softened and the turkey is no longer pink.
- Add the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, oregano and salt. Mix well. Add the rice and stir for one minute.
- Add the black beans, tomatoes and ½ cup of water. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium low.
- Add the corn kernels and cook the mixture until all the liquid has absorbed and the rice is cooked, about 15-20 minutes.
- When the rice is almost done cooking, heat broiler to high. Top the skillet with grated cheese and place under the broiler for just 2-3 minutes, until the cheese has melted.
- Serve with your favourite toppings
Notes
Calories provided are an estimate only