Description
A quick and hearty one-pan dish loaded with ground turkey, black beans, fresh veggies, and a flavorful enchilada sauce. This Healthy Enchilada Skillet is perfect for a nutritious family dinner, ready in under 30 minutes!
Ingredients
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- 1 pound ground turkey (or lean ground beef)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 1 cup red enchilada sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese (optional)
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground turkey and cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking it apart as it cooks (about 5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté onion and bell pepper until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in black beans, diced tomatoes, corn, enchilada sauce, and seasonings (cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper). Mix well.
- Return the cooked ground turkey to the skillet. Stir everything together and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes until flavors meld and the mixture thickens slightly.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese on top (if using) and cover until melted.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh cilantro. Enjoy as is or pair with tortilla chips, rice, or a fresh green salad.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, replace ground turkey with extra beans or cooked lentils.
- Adjust the spice level by adding diced jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Use green enchilada sauce for a tangier twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 60mg