Ground Turkey Enchilada Skillet
This Ground Turkey Enchilada Skillet is a quick, flavorful, and healthy dinner that’s loaded with Mexican-inspired flavors. With ground turkey, cauliflower rice, and a melty cheesy top, it's the perfect one-pan meal!
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey 93% lean preferred
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Cayenne optional, to taste
- Olive oil
- ½ large yellow onion or 1 small diced
- 10 oz frozen cauliflower rice
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 can black beans 15 oz, drained and rinsed
- 15 oz enchilada sauce
- 1 cup salsa
- 5 –6 small corn tortillas cut into strips and halved
- 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
- Chopped cilantro for topping
Instructions
- Cook the onion: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until softened.
- Cook the turkey: Add ground turkey, cumin, chili powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne if using. Cook until turkey is browned.
- Add garlic: Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add cauliflower rice and beans: Add cauliflower rice, black beans, enchilada sauce, and salsa. Stir well and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Mix in tortilla strips: Mix in tortilla strips and top with shredded cheese.
- Melt the cheese: Cover skillet and cook until cheese melts, about 3–5 minutes.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve.
Notes
- You can swap the cauliflower rice for regular rice if you prefer.
- Feel free to add extra toppings like sour cream, avocado, or jalapeños for more flavor.
- For a spicier version, add more cayenne or some diced green chilies.