Turkey Confetti in Creamy Chili Sauce
Bright, bold, and irresistibly creamy, Turkey Confetti in Creamy Chili Sauce is a flavor-packed dish that transforms weeknight dinners into a fiesta of colors and spices. This one-skillet recipe pairs lean, protein-rich ground turkey with a medley of red, yellow, and green bell peppers, adding a vibrant "confetti" of fresh vegetables that pop with every bite. A rich and velvety chili sauce, made with hearty chicken broth, heavy cream, and cream cheese, brings a luscious texture and a kick of bold, warming spices like chili powder and cumin. Serve it over fluffy white or nutty brown rice, then finish with a garnish of zesty cilantro and a squeeze of lime for a fresh citrus spark. Ready in just 40 minutes, this satisfying, gluten-free dish offers a comforting yet light twist on spicy, creamy comfort food. Perfect for cozy dinners or meal prep, this recipe is as easy as it is customizable!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground turkey
- 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium Yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium Green bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium White onion, diced
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 4 oz Cream cheese, softened
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 whole Lime wedges (for serving)
- 2 cups Cooked white or brown rice (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and let it warm up for 30 seconds.
Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Cook, breaking it into small pieces with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 6 to 8 minutes. Remove the turkey from the skillet and set it aside.
In the same skillet, add the diced red, yellow, and green bell peppers along with the diced onion. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Sprinkle the chili powder, ground cumin, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using) over the vegetables. Stir to coat the vegetables evenly in the spices.
Pour the chicken broth into the skillet and bring to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for 3 minutes to allow the flavors to come together.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream and softened cream cheese. Cook, stirring frequently, until the cream cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth, about 3 to 4 minutes.
Return the cooked turkey to the skillet and stir to combine it with the sauce and vegetables. Let everything simmer together for 2 minutes to ensure the turkey absorbs the flavors.
Taste the dish and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Serve the Turkey Confetti in Creamy Chili Sauce over cooked white or brown rice, if desired. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice from the lime wedges.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2474 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 143.1 g | 183% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.0 g | 315% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 568 mg | 189% | |
| Sodium | 3774 mg | 164% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 172.2 g | 63% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.6 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.2 g | ||
| Protein | 114.8 g | 230% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 344 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 12.2 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 1899 mg | 40% | |
*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.
