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Home » Course » Dinner » Ground Turkey Cheesy Taco Skillet

Published: Mar 3, 2021 · Modified: Jan 4, 2022 by Veronika's Kitchen * This post may contain affiliate links

Ground Turkey Cheesy Taco Skillet

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This delicious Cheesy Turkey Taco Skillet is loaded with ground turkey, spices, tomatoes, black beans, corn, and cheddar cheese. It will be a quick and easy one pot dinner recipe that you can make in 30 minutes with different ways of how you can serve it!

Turkey taco skillet with brown rice, topped with avocado and cilantro.

If you are bored of the same Taco Tuesday nights, I have a fun recipe for you that is full of flavor! You can make a Taco skillet, loaded with lots of nutritious ingredients, like ground turkey, crushed tomatoes, black beans, corn, aromatic spices, and melted sharp cheddar cheese!

The best part is you can make it all in one skillet in just 30 minutes. I’ll provide you with many ideas for how you can serve it!

Similar to my other 30-minute meals, Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry Recipe, Easy Lemon Chicken Recipe, Tortellini in Tomato Sauce, Hawaiian Chicken, or Easy Spaghetti Bolognese Recipe, this Turkey Taco Skillet will be easy to prep on a busy weeknight or a lazy weekend.

Table of contents

  • Why you will like this recipe
  • How to make it
  • Tips for Best Results
  • Frequently Asked Questions
Turkey taco skillet, topped with avocado and cilantro.

Why you will like this recipe

  • Quick and Easy. You can make the whole dinner in just 30 minutes in one skillet! It’s really easy to assemble and serve!
  • Healthy. If you are on a low-carb diet, this recipe will be right for you. Also, it’s loaded with nutritious ingredients.
  • Fun to serve. There are many different ways you can serve this dish. You can get more ideas in FAQ section bellow.
Ingredients for Turkey Taco Skillet.

How to make it

Preheat a large skillet over medium heat, add 2 tbsp olive oil and 1 finely chopped onion. Cook for about 8-10 minutes, until it’s softened and caramelized. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and stir for 30 seconds to release the aroma.

Process photos of cooking onions and garlic.

Add the seasoning (1 tbsp chili powder, ½ tsp paprika, ½ tsp dried oregano, ½ tsp onion powder, ½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp salt, and ¼ tsp black pepper). Stir it for 1 minute.

Process photos of adding spices to cooked onions.

When ready, add 1 pound ground turkey, break it into smaller pieces and cook for about 10 minutes until the meat is cooked through.

Process photos of cooking ground turkey.

Lower the heat to medium/low, stir in 15 oz crushed tomatoes and cook for about 5 minutes until it’s warmed up. The meat will absorb some of the liquid.

Process photos of adding crushed tomatoes to cooked grouned turkey.

Add 15 oz black beans and 1 cup frozen corn. Stir and cook for another 5 minutes.

Process photos of adding black beans and corn to Taco skillet.

Turn off the heat. Add 1 ½ cups grated sharp cheddar cheese and fold it in until it’s combined and melted.

Process photos of adding cheese to Taco Skillet.

Top with chopped fresh onions, cilantro, avocado, and freshly squeezed lime juice to serve.

Turkey taco skillet, topped with avocado and cilantro.

Tips for Best Results

  • This recipe is pretty quick to make, so I like to prep all the ingredients ahead of time to have it on hands.
  • If you like to spice it up, you can add ¼ tsp red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper.
  • I prefer to use freshly grated cheddar cheese. It will be much creamier when melted.
  • Don’t skip the toppings! Lime juice will provide a lot of fresh zesty tang, and green onion and avocado will add more flavor and texture.
Turkey taco skillet with brown rice, topped with avocado and cilantro.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to serve?

I always like to top with fresh green onions, cilantro, avocado, and freshly squeezed lime juice. There are a few different ways you can serve it.
In a bowl. My favorite way to eat it is over quinoa, white or brown rice (Check out my recipe for How to cook White Rice in Instant Pot).
Taco. Serve it as a taco and top with more cheddar cheese and sour cream. Or use it as a filling for Taco Zucchini Boats.
Lettuce Wraps. If you are watching your carbs, you can scoop some filling into butter lettuce leaves and serve as lettuce wraps (like my Healthy Chicken Lettuce Wraps).
Chips. It also will be great as a dip with your favorite tortilla chips.

How to store?

When it’s cooled off, transfer to an air-tight container. It will stay fresh in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.

How to freeze?

If you are making this recipe as a meal prep and planning to freeze, I would suggest to make everything according to the recipe but skip adding the cheese. Cool everything off and transfer to an air-tight container or a zip-lock bag and freeze up to 3 months. You can defrost it overnight in the fridge. To reheat, transfer everything to a skillet and add 1-2 tbsp of water to loosen it up. When it’s warm, add grated cheese and stir to melt.

Can I substitute turkey?

Yes. While this recipe is particular for ground turkey, you also can use ground chicken and beef. It will have slightly different flavor, but will be as delicious!

Turkey taco skillet with brown rice, topped with avocado and cilantro.
Turkey taco skillet, topped with avocado and cilantro.
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5 from 9 votes

Ground Turkey Cheesy Taco Skillet

This delicious Turkey Taco Skillet is loaded with ground turkey, spices, tomatoes, black beans, corn, and cheddar cheese. It will be a quick and easy one pot dinner recipe that you can make in 30 minutes with different ways of how you can serve it!
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time25 mins
Total Time30 mins
Course: Dinner, lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 597kcal
Author: Veronika’s Kitchen

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 15 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 15 oz black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese grated

Instructions

  • Preheat a large skillet over medium heat, add 2 tbsp olive oil and 1 finely chopped onion. Cook for about 8-10 minutes, until it’s softened and caramelized. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and stir for 30 seconds to release the aroma.
  • Add the seasoning (1 tbsp chili powder, ½ tsp paprika, ½ tsp dried oregano, ½ tsp onion powder, ½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp salt, and ¼ tsp black pepper). Stir it for 30 seconds.
  • When ready, add 1 pound ground turkey, break it into smaller pieces and cook for about 10 minutes until the meat is cooked through.
  • Lower the heat to medium/low, stir in 15 oz crushed tomatoes and cook for about 5 minutes until it’s warmed up. The meat will absorb some of the liquid.
  • Add 15 oz black beans and 1 cup frozen corn. Stir and cook for another 5 minutes.
  • Turm off the heat. Add 1 ½ cups grated sharp cheddar cheese and fold it in until it’s combined and melted.
  • Top with chopped fresh onions, cilantro, avocado, and freshly squeezed lime juice to serve.

Notes

How to serve?
I always like to top with fresh green onions, cilantro, avocado, and freshly squeezed lime juice. There are a few different ways you can serve it.
  • In a bowl. My favorite way to eat it is over quinoa, white or brown rice.
  • Taco. Serve it as a taco and top with more cheddar cheese and sour cream.
  • Lettuce Wraps. If you are watching your carbs, you can scoop some filling into butter lettuce leaves and serve as lettuce wraps.
  • Chips. It also will be great as a dip with your favorite tortilla chips.
How to store?
When it’s cooled off, transfer to an air-tight container. It will stay fresh in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.
How to freeze?
If you are making this recipe as a meal prep and planning to freeze, I would suggest to make everything according to the recipe but skip adding the cheese. Cool everything off and transfer to an air-tight container or a zip-lock bag and freeze up to 3 months. You can defrost it overnight in the fridge. To reheat, transfer everything to a skillet and add 1-2 tbsp of water to loosen it up. When it’s warm, add grated cheese and stir to melt.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 597kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 51g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 107mg | Sodium: 790mg | Potassium: 1289mg | Fiber: 14g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1411IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 398mg | Iron: 6mg
Did you make this recipe?I’d love to know how it turned out! Please let me know by leaving a review below. Or snap a photo and share it on Instagram; be sure to tag me @veronikaskitchen.

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  1. Candy Bender says

    November 15, 2021 at 12:18 pm

    How can I get a copy of your $&0.00 meal p-lan and recipes???

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  2. Leslie says

    March 14, 2021 at 8:55 pm

    5 stars
    I love hearty bowl recipes like this! Especially a taco flavored dish! There’s just nothing better for a nice, comforting meal!

    Reply
  3. Elaine says

    March 14, 2021 at 5:38 pm

    5 stars
    Fantastic option to enjoy turkey. In fact, turkey skillet is one dish that I haven’t tried making myself yet, so this will be a great new experience for me!

    Reply
  4. Tammy says

    March 14, 2021 at 12:57 pm

    5 stars
    This is a perfect weeknight meal…it’s so easy and wholesome! Love the flavors of this dish!

    Reply
  5. Anna says

    March 11, 2021 at 1:06 pm

    5 stars
    Thank you so much for this recipe! I made it earlier this week, and my whole family really loved it! I’ve had some leftovers and they tasted even better the following day!

    Reply
  6. veenaazmanov says

    March 10, 2021 at 10:53 pm

    5 stars
    I love quick and easy meals. This Bowl look delicious and cheesy and definitely a comfort and healthy meal too.

    Reply
  7. Kathryn says

    March 09, 2021 at 10:36 am

    5 stars
    I love meals make in a skillet and this was delicious! Made this recipe instead of regular tacos and we loved it! Loved all of the flavors in the turkey meat, great recipe!

    Reply
  8. Farrukh Aziz says

    March 09, 2021 at 1:43 am

    5 stars
    A warm and easy recipe! This looks flavorful and mouth-watering! I need to give this a try, and I’m sure this will turn out to be delicious!

    Reply
  9. Adriana Lopez says

    March 08, 2021 at 6:18 pm

    5 stars
    The perfect bowl of goodness, turkey is one of my favorite proteins made this and tuned out amazing.

    Reply
  10. Bernice Hill says

    March 08, 2021 at 5:09 pm

    5 stars
    One easy and healthy one pan dinner ready for Taco Tuesday…check! Love all the great flavours you’ve added to this bowl.

    Reply

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