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Cheesy Baked Ground Turkey and Black Bean Skillet
A hearty and flavorful one-skillet meal packed with lean ground turkey, fiber-rich black beans, corn, and melted cheese. This comforting dish is simple to make and always a family favorite.
Prep 15 min
Cook 30 min
Total 45 min
Serves 4
Ingredients
Step 1 — For the Skillet
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper (any color), chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (15 oz) can corn, drained
- 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese (or a blend)
Step 2 — For Serving (Optional)
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Chopped cilantro
- Avocado slices
Instructions
- 1
Brown Turkey
Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground turkey and cook, breaking it up, until browned. Drain off excess grease.
- 2
Sauté Vegetables
Add chopped onion and bell pepper to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
- 3
Add Beans and Tomatoes
Stir in the rinsed black beans, drained corn, diced tomatoes with green chilies, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 4
Melt Cheese
Preheat broiler. Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top of the skillet mixture. Place the skillet under the broiler for 2-4 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Watch closely to prevent burning.
- 5
Serve
Remove skillet from the oven. Let stand for a minute. Serve hot, topped with optional sour cream, cilantro, or avocado slices.
Nutrition per serving: 510 cal · 35g protein · 40g carbs · 22g fat · 10g fiber
For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.
