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Cheesy Ground Turkey and Black Bean Skillet
A quick, hearty, and satisfying one-pan meal loaded with lean ground turkey, fiber-rich black beans, and melted cheese. Perfect for a busy family dinner that's on the table in under 30 minutes.
Prep 10 min
Cook 20 min
Total 30 min
Serves 5
Ingredients
Step 1 — For the Skillet
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or Mexican blend)
Step 2 — Optional Toppings
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Chopped cilantro
- Salsa
- Avocado slices
Instructions
- 1
Brown Turkey
Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain off any excess grease.
- 2
Sauté Aromatics
Add the chopped onion to the skillet with the turkey and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
- 3
Add Beans and Tomatoes
Stir in the rinsed black beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies (undrained), frozen corn, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 4
Melt Cheese
Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top of the mixture. Cover the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- 5
Serve
Serve hot directly from the skillet. Offer optional toppings like sour cream, cilantro, salsa, and avocado slices.
Nutrition per serving: 420 cal · 30g protein · 35g carbs · 18g fat · 10g fiber
For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.
