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quinoa taco skillet

One Pan Quinoa Taco Skillet Recipe

Calories303 kcal
Carbohydrates36 g
Fat8 g
Protein22 g
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time35 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 lb lean ground turkey
  • 1 cup quinoa - rinsed
  • 1 medium yellow onion - diced
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 2 bell pepper diced
  • 4 cloves garlic - minced
  • 15 oz black beans - 1 can, drained and rinsed
  • 15 oz diced tomatoes - 1 can
  • 4 oz diced green chiles - 1 can
  • 1 cup salsa
  • ¼ cup cilantro - chopped
  • 2 cups fat free chicken stock
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 1-2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Heat oil over medium-high in a large, nonstick skillet. Add in ground turkey, season with salt and pepper, and cook until no longer pink.
  • Add in onions and garlic and cook until onion is soft, about 1-2 minutes.Stir in diced tomatoes, chiles, bell peppers, and black beans and cook for another 2 minutes.
  • Add in quinoa, chicken stock, and salsa and stir well to combine.
  • Mix in the spices, and add salt and pepper to taste. Cover and let simmer on low until quinoa is soft and the liquid has all cooked off about 15-20 minutes.
  • Top with fresh cilantro (and any other fixings you may desire) and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 cupCalories: 303 kcal (15%)Carbohydrates: 36 g (12%)Protein: 22 g (44%)Fat: 8 g (12%)Saturated Fat: 2.1 g (13%)Fiber: 6 g (25%)Sugar: 5.3 g (6%)