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Tex-Mex Ground Turkey and Rice Skillet
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Tex-Mex Ground Turkey and Rice Skillet Recipe

This Tex-Mex Ground Turkey and Rice Skillet is a vibrant, one-pan wonder that brings bold flavors and wholesome nutrition to your table in just 33 minutes. Juicy ground turkey mingles with fluffy rice, black beans, and zesty spices, creating a hearty dish that’s as satisfying as it is quick.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 410
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups uncooked instant brown rice
  • 1 pound lean ground turkey
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 15 ounce pinto beans, undrained
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 8 ounce tomato sauce
  • 10 1/2 ounces diced tomatoes and green chiles
  • 15 ounces corn, drained
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • ground pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup shredded Colby Jack cheese

Method
 

  1. Cook rice according to package directions.
  2. While the rice cooks, heat a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add in the ground turkey, onion, and garlic and cook until the turkey is no longer pink.
  4. Stir in the rice, beans, beef broth, tomato sauce, tomatoes, corn, chili powder, salt, cumin, and ground pepper. Let cook over medium heat for 8-10 minutes to let the flavors really come together.
  5. Top with shredded cheese and let cook for 2-3 more minutes or until cheese is melted.
  6. Garnish with your favorite toppings – tomatoes, shredded lettuce, salsa, sour cream, etc.

Nutrition

Calories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 33gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 52mgSodium: 666mgPotassium: 991mgFiber: 10gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 737IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 149mgIron: 5mg
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