Description
This Ground Turkey Enchilada Skillet is a quick and flavorful one-pan meal perfect for busy weeknights. Ground turkey is cooked with sautéed onions, garlic, black beans, corn, and zesty enchilada sauce, then topped with melted cheddar cheese and fresh cilantro for a comforting Mexican-inspired dish. Serve it with tortilla chips, rice, or inside warm tortillas for a delicious and easy dinner the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
Pantry Items and Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (10 oz) red enchilada sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Dairy and Garnish
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or Mexican blend)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Serving Suggestions
- Tortilla chips, rice, or tortillas (for serving)
Instructions
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Cook Ground Turkey: Add ground turkey to the skillet. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes.
- Add Beans, Corn, and Seasonings: Stir in the black beans, corn, enchilada sauce, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Simmer: Reduce heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the skillet. Cover with a lid and cook for 2-3 minutes more until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish: Remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro if desired.
- Serve: Serve hot with tortilla chips, over rice, or wrapped inside warm tortillas for a complete meal.
Notes
- Use Mexican blend cheese for a more authentic flavor.
- For a spicier dish, add chopped jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
- Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Can be made gluten-free by serving with corn tortillas or rice instead of flour tortillas.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the ground turkey and add extra beans or a plant-based meat substitute.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
