Description

Ground Turkey Tacos are a quick, healthy, and flavorful dinner option perfect for busy weeknights. This recipe features lean ground turkey seasoned with bold spices, cooked with fresh ingredients, and served with a variety of toppings in soft tortillas. It’s kid-friendly, customizable, and easy to prepare, making it a nutritious and satisfying meal for the whole family.

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients

1 lb lean ground turkey
1 medium onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp chili powder
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tbsp tomato paste
1/4 cup chicken broth or water
8 tiny corn or flour tortillas

Toppings (Optional)

Shredded lettuce
Diced tomatoes
Fresh cilantro, chopped
Shredded cheese
Sour cream
Lime wedges

Optional Variations

Chopped jalapeños or cayenne pepper for extra spice
Crumbled tofu or black beans for vegetarian option
Lettuce leaves for low-carb wraps
Diced cucumber and tzatziki for Mediterranean twist
Cooked quinoa or additional black beans for extra protein

Instructions

Prep the Ingredients: Finely dice the onion and mince the garlic so they cook evenly and release their flavors quickly.
Cook the Turkey: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground turkey, breaking it apart with a spatula as it browns evenly.
Sauté Onion and Garlic: Once the turkey is mostly cooked, push it to the side and add the diced onions and garlic to the pan, cooking until translucent and fragrant.
Add Seasonings and Tomato Paste: Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper over the turkey mixture. Stir in the tomato paste to bind the ingredients and build rich flavor.
Simmer with Broth: Pour in chicken broth or water, reduce the heat, and let the mixture simmer until saucy but not dry, about 5 minutes.
Warm the Tortillas: Quickly heat your tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until soft and pliable, prepping them for filling.
Assemble and Serve: Fill each tortilla with the seasoned turkey mixture, then add your favorite toppings like shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, cheese, and a squeeze of lime.

Notes

Drain Excess Liquid: If your turkey mixture is too watery, drain a little off to avoid soggy tacos.
Don’t Overcook the Turkey: Ground turkey can dry out quickly; cook just until no longer pink.
Use Fresh Spices: Freshly ground spices will make a noticeable difference in flavor depth.
Toast Tortillas: A quick toast on the stove adds texture and helps keep them from tearing.
Rest the Meat: Let the taco mixture rest off the heat for a few minutes to meld flavors before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tacos
Calories: 320
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 450mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 75mg

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