Description
Juicy, flavorful, and quick to make, these Ground Turkey Tacos are a healthier twist on a classic favorite. Perfect for weeknights or casual gatherings, they’re customizable and sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
- Ground Turkey: 1 pound
- Olive Oil: 1 tablespoon
- Yellow Onion: 1 small, finely chopped
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Chili Powder: 1 tablespoon
- Cumin: 1 teaspoon
- Paprika: 1 teaspoon
- Oregano: 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
- Black Pepper: 1/4 teaspoon
- Tomato Paste: 1 tablespoon
- Chicken Broth: 1/4 cup
- Corn or Flour Tortillas: 8 small
- Toppings of choice: diced avocado, chopped cilantro, shredded lettuce, cheese, salsa
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Combine Ingredients: Add chopped onion and cook until soft (about 3 minutes), then stir in garlic. Add ground turkey and cook until browned.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Stir in tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Toast for 1 minute.
- Assemble the Dish: Pour in chicken broth and stir to coat the meat evenly. Simmer for 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Cook to Perfection: Let the mixture continue simmering gently, stirring occasionally, until flavors are well blended.
- Finishing Touches: Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave wrapped in a damp towel for 30 seconds.
- Serve and Enjoy: Spoon turkey filling into tortillas and top with your favorite add-ons. Serve immediately and dig in!
Notes
- Use fresh lime and cilantro for brightness.
- Add a splash of broth when reheating to keep turkey moist.
- Mix up toppings for fun variations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg