Description
This Healthy Enchilada Skillet is a quick and easy one-pan dinner that is packed with wholesome ingredients and delicious flavors. A gluten-free, Mexican-inspired dish that is perfect for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound lean ground turkey or chicken
- 1 small yellow onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 zucchini (diced)
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 1 1/2 cups red enchilada sauce
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish:
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican-blend cheese
- Chopped fresh cilantro and sliced green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the Skillet: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the Turkey: Add ground turkey and cook until browned.
- Add Vegetables: Add onion, garlic, bell pepper, and zucchini; sauté until tender.
- Combine Ingredients: Stir in black beans, corn, tomatoes, enchilada sauce, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Simmer to meld flavors.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle cheese on top, cover, and melt for 1-2 minutes.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with cilantro and green onions. Serve as desired.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, omit cheese or use a plant-based alternative.
- Add spinach or kale for extra greens, top with avocado or Greek yogurt for creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
