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Turkey Taco Quinoa Skillet Recipe

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4.2 from 8 reviews

This Turkey Taco Quinoa Skillet is a flavorful, nutritious one-pan Mexican-inspired dinner featuring lean ground turkey, quinoa, black beans, fire-roasted tomatoes, and a blend of spices. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s a perfect weeknight meal that combines wholesome ingredients with cheesy goodness for a satisfying and healthy dish.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Protein and Vegetables

  • 1/2 pound lean ground turkey (99% lean)
  • 1/2 yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 ounce can diced green chilis
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced fire roasted tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup frozen corn

Spices and Grains

  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 cup rinsed quinoa
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup jarred salsa

Cheese and Garnishes

  • 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the skillet and cook onions: Spray a large skillet generously with cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat. When hot, add the diced onion and cook for about 2 minutes until it starts to soften.
  2. Add turkey and garlic: Add the ground turkey and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until the turkey is almost cooked through, breaking it up into crumbles with a spoon as it cooks.
  3. Add spices and green chilis: Stir in chili powder, cumin, kosher salt, black pepper, and diced green chilis. Cook for another minute to blend the flavors.
  4. Add beans, vegetables, salsa, and quinoa: Mix in the rinsed black beans, frozen corn, fire roasted tomatoes, jarred salsa, and rinsed quinoa. Stir until everything is combined evenly.
  5. Add water and simmer: When the mixture starts to bubble, add the water, cover the skillet with a lid, lower the heat to medium-low, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked through but still slightly firm.
  6. Top with cheese and melt: Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese over the top, cover again, and cook until the cheese has melted completely.
  7. Serve and garnish: Serve the skillet as is, in tortillas for tacos, or over your favorite greens. Garnish with fresh cilantro as desired.

Notes

  • Use 99% lean ground turkey for a healthier meal and less grease.
  • Rinsing quinoa helps remove its bitter coating (saponin) for better taste.
  • Simmer quinoa until tender but with a slight bite to preserve texture.
  • This dish can be made gluten free by ensuring salsa and seasonings contain no gluten.
  • Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Add avocado slices or a dollop of sour cream when serving for extra creaminess.
  • Author: Maya
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
  • Diet: Low Fat

Find it online: https://recipeteach.com/turkey-taco-quinoa-skillet-recipe/