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Turkey Taco Skillet

Ground turkey cooked with salsa, beans, and rice in one pan. Scoop it into tortillas, eat it in a bowl, or pile it on chips.

Time
25 min
Difficulty
Easy
Serves
4
Stovetop Nut-FreeEgg-FreeGluten-Friendly

Ingredients 6 items

Equipment

  • Large skillet with a lid
  • Stirring spoon

Allergens: Check salsa and tortilla labels for allergens. As written, free of major allergens.

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the ground turkey. Break it into small pieces as it cooks, about 5–7 minutes, until no pink remains.
  3. Stir in the salsa, drained beans, rice, and water.
  4. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 18–20 minutes without lifting the lid.
  5. Remove the lid. Fluff with a fork. If the rice is still firm, add a splash of water, cover, and cook 5 more minutes.
  6. Serve in bowls, in tortillas, or topped with cheese and sour cream.
notes & tips
  • Ground beef works too. Same method, same timing.
  • One pan, one meal. The rice cooks right in the skillet with everything else. No separate pot needed.
  • Mild for kids: Use mild salsa. Hot salsa for adults.
  • Leftover burritos: Wrap leftovers in tortillas the next day for easy lunches.
  • No salsa? Use a can of diced tomatoes instead.