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Best Easy Cheesy Ground Turkey Taco Skillet Recipe

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A quick and easy one-pan meal featuring seasoned ground turkey, black beans, corn, and melted cheese, perfect for busy weeknights. This comforting skillet dinner comes together in about 25 minutes and is a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground turkey (93% lean)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced (about 1 cup)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 packet taco seasoning (or 3 tablespoons homemade blend)
  • 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies (undrained)
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup frozen corn kernels
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese (or cheddar, Monterey Jack)
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional topping)
  • Diced avocado (optional topping)
  • Fresh lime wedges (optional topping)
  • Sliced jalapeños (optional topping)
  • Tortilla chips or warm flour tortillas (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Add the ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked (internal temperature 165°F), about 7-9 minutes.
  3. Push the turkey to one side of the skillet. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir everything together.
  4. Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the turkey and onion mixture. Stir well and cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.
  5. Add the undrained diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained black beans, frozen corn, and chicken broth. Stir to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low.
  6. Simmer uncovered for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens and the liquid reduces.
  7. Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top. Cover the skillet with a lid or aluminum foil and cook for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
  8. Remove from heat. Garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice. Serve immediately with desired toppings and tortilla chips or warm tortillas.

Notes

For best results, let the shredded cheese come to room temperature before adding. Don’t skip browning the turkey or toasting the spices. If using 99% lean turkey, add an extra tablespoon of oil to prevent drying. Let the skillet rest for 5 minutes after adding cheese before serving.

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