Ground Turkey and Bell Pepper Skillet
Ground Turkey and Bell Pepper Skillet is a colorful, quick meal that brings together lean protein and vibrant vegetables for a satisfying dish perfect for busy weeknights. In just 25 minutes, you can create a one-pan wonder that’s not only delicious but also healthy and low-carb. The savory spices, combined with the sweetness of bell peppers and the heartiness of ground turkey, make it a family favorite. Whether you’re feeding kids after school or hosting friends for a casual dinner, this skillet is sure to impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- 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)
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 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; cook until fragrant (30 seconds).
- Stir in ground turkey; cook until no longer pink (5–6 minutes).
- Season with smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Add sliced bell peppers; cook until slightly softened (3–4 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth, tomato paste, and soy sauce; simmer for about 2–3 minutes.
- Squeeze lime juice if desired; garnish with cilantro or parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg