Easy Cheesy Turkey Taco Skillet

Easy Cheesy Turkey Taco Skillet

Yield: 8 servings
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Prep time: 10 MinCook time: 25 MinTotal time: 35 Min

Ingredients

Easy Cheesy Turkey Taco Skillet
  • 1 lb lean ground turkey 
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced 
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano 
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 1 tsp garlic salt
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder 
  • 1/2 tsp cracked black pepper
  • 1 cup salsa of choice
  • 3/4 cup low sodium chicken broth
  • 2 - 3 cups dry pasta shells
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup almondmilk mozzarella, shredded (see below!)
  • chopped roma tomato, cilantro, & green onion for garnish

Instructions

  1. set your skillet to medium high heat and add olive oil 
  2. once hot, add onion & garlic and sauté for 3-4 minutes until soft and fragrant
  3. add ground turkey, taco seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, garlic salt, cracked black pepper and cook until there is no more pink (about 5-7 minutes)
  4. cook pasta according to the package directions now. (be sure to add about 1 tbsp of salt to your water for more flavor)
  5. add broth and salsa. stir, cover, and bring mixture to a boil. reduce heat to low and simmer for 10-12 minutes until sauce is thickened and reduced.
  6. stir in 1/2 cup mozzarella and 1/2 cup cheddar to the turkey mixture until melted; add pasta and stir until combined
  7. top with remaining cheese and cover pot until cheese has melted (about 3-5 minutes)
  8. top with fresh diced tomatoes, chopped green onion, and fresh minced cilantro!

Calories

299

Fat (grams)

15

Carbs (grams)

16

Fiber (grams)

1

Sugar (grams)

2

Protein (grams)

17
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these are the cheeses that work best for my Easy Cheesy Turkey Taco dish! please note the Cracker Barrel extra sharp yellow cheese is lactose-free but not dairy-free. i am lactose-intolerant, so it doesn’t upset my tummy at all. The Daiya and Trader Joe’s Mozzarella Style Shreds are vegan and completely dairy-free.