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Easy Spicy Ground Turkey Taco Skillet Recipe with Cauliflower Rice

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A quick, flavorful, and healthy skillet meal featuring spicy ground turkey and cauliflower rice, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound lean or extra-lean ground turkey
  • 4 cups cauliflower rice (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium bell pepper, diced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning (homemade or store-bought)
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • A handful fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Add chopped onion and diced bell pepper to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 4-5 minutes until softened and translucent.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  4. Add ground turkey, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring frequently, until fully browned and no longer pink. Cook longer if excess liquid is present to evaporate it.
  5. Sprinkle taco seasoning, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper over the turkey. Stir well and cook for 1-2 minutes to bloom the spices.
  6. Pour in diced tomatoes with their juice. Stir and simmer for 3-4 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
  7. Add cauliflower rice to the skillet and fold into the turkey mixture. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cauliflower is tender but still slightly firm.
  8. Remove from heat. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the skillet and toss in chopped cilantro. Adjust salt and spice as needed.
  9. Serve warm, optionally topped with avocado slices, sour cream, or shredded cheese.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan when browning turkey; cook in batches if needed for better sear. Keep a lid handy to cover cauliflower rice briefly if it starts to dry out. Use fresh spices for best flavor. Adjust cayenne pepper to control heat level. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for 3-4 days and freeze up to 3 months.

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Keywords: ground turkey, taco skillet, cauliflower rice, spicy, quick dinner, healthy, low-carb, gluten-free

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