Flavorful Turkey Taco Meat
Transform your taco night with this **Flavorful Turkey Taco Meat** recipe, packed with bold spices and a touch of smoky goodness! Made with lean ground turkey, aromatic garlic, and onion, this quick and easy dish is elevated by a vibrant blend of chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and oregano. Tomato paste and chicken broth create a luscious, well-seasoned sauce, while fresh cilantro adds a burst of freshness. Perfect for tacos, burritos, salads, or nachos, this versatile turkey filling comes together in just 35 minutes and is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Whether you're looking for a healthier taco meat option or simply want to dazzle with layers of flavor, this recipe delivers all the **deliciousness** without the fuss.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the finely chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for about 3-4 minutes, or until the onion is translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Cook and break up the turkey with a spatula until it is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Drain any excess grease from the skillet if necessary.
Reduce the heat to medium and sprinkle the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper over the turkey.
Stir in the tomato paste, ensuring it coats the turkey evenly.
Pour in the chicken broth, stirring to combine all ingredients. This will help to deglaze the pan and create a sauce.
Let the mixture simmer for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened and the flavors have melded together.
Remove from heat and stir in the chopped fresh cilantro.
Serve the turkey taco meat in taco shells or tortillas, or use as a filling for burritos, taco salads, or nachos.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
919 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.2 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.4 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 322 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 1913 mg | 83% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.8 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.9 g | ||
| Protein | 92.5 g | 185% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 128 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 872 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
