Ground Turkey and Peppers (Print)

Lean ground turkey sautéed with crisp bell peppers and aromatic spices for a quick, protein-packed weeknight dinner option.

# What You'll Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1 lb ground turkey
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 small onion, diced
04 - 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, or green), sliced
05 - 3 cloves garlic, minced

→ Seasonings

06 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
07 - 1 tsp ground cumin
08 - ½ tsp chili powder (optional, for heat)
09 - ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
10 - ½ tsp black pepper

→ Sauce Components

11 - ¼ cup low-sodium chicken broth
12 - 1 tbsp tomato paste
13 - 1 tbsp soy sauce or coconut aminos
14 - Juice of ½ lime (optional, for brightness)

→ Garnish

15 - Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish

# How to Make It:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onions and cook until soft and translucent, about 3 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, until fragrant.
02 - Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Use a wooden spoon to break it up into small pieces. Cook until no longer pink, about 5-6 minutes.
03 - Sprinkle in the smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir to coat the turkey evenly with the seasonings. Add the sliced bell peppers and stir everything together. Let the peppers cook for 3-4 minutes, just until they start to soften but still retain some crunch.
04 - Pour in the chicken broth, tomato paste, and soy sauce. Stir everything together and let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
05 - Turn off the heat and squeeze in the fresh lime juice for an extra burst of flavor. Garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley. Serve immediately, either on its own or with your favorite side!

# Additional Notes:

01 - This dish is best served fresh, but it also works great for meal prep.
02 - Feel free to adjust the seasoning to match your preferred spice level.
03 - If you like extra sauce, you can add a splash of tomato sauce or a little more chicken broth.
04 - Leftovers can be repurposed into tacos, burrito bowls, or stuffed into a baked potato for variety.

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