Ground Turkey and Peppers

Spice up your dinner with this Sizzling Ground Turkey and Peppers Fiesta! This easy and flavorful one-skillet recipe combines ground turkey, colorful bell peppers, and sweet corn seasoned with cumin and chili powder. Perfect for busy weeknights, it's ready in just 30 minutes and serves four. Top it off with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime for an extra burst of flavor. Gather your ingredients and enjoy a delightful meal that's as vibrant as it is delicious!

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Ingredients

1 lb ground turkey

1 red bell pepper, diced

1 yellow bell pepper, diced

1 medium onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)

1 tsp cumin

1 tsp chili powder

½ tsp smoked paprika

Salt and black pepper to taste

2 tbsp olive oil

Fresh cilantro (for garnish)

Lime wedges (for serving)

Instructions

Heat the Oil: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Sauté Vegetables: Add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Brown the Turkey: Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground turkey. Cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until browned and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes).

Add Peppers and Spices: Stir in the diced red and yellow bell peppers. Add cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes until the peppers are tender.

Incorporate Corn: Add the corn kernels and mix well. Allow everything to simmer for about 2-3 minutes to heat through.

Serve: Remove from heat. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side. Enjoy your delicious ground turkey and peppers fiesta!

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Servings: 4