20-Minute Ground Turkey Taco Skillet
This 20-Minute Ground Turkey Taco Skillet recipe is a deliciously filling meal of savory turkey, black beans, corn, and rice, then topped with extra cheese. It’s a quick and easy weeknight meal that everyone enjoys.
Easy Turkey Taco Skillet
Do you ever look at the clock and realize you need to throw dinner together in less than 30 minutes? That’s exactly what happened when I created this super easy one pot meal. This really is a throw-together meal with ingredients you probably have around the house, like ground turkey, corn, beans, and rice. And don’t forget the cheese! A perfect meal for everyone to enjoy on a busy weeknight.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
Flavorful! This meal is packed with savory and cheesy flavors.
Easy! Only a handful of simple ingredients easily made in the skillet.
Hearty! A filling all-in-one meal that everyone enjoys.
Ingredients
- Ground Turkey- You can easily swap this for ground beef or chicken if you prefer.
- Taco Seasoning– I often use pre-made to save time, but you can easily use homemade too.
- Corn, Beans, and Onion– This is such a delicious combination. I have also used pinto beans when I had those on hand.
- Rotel– Use mild or medium depending on how spicy you want it to taste.
- Minute Rice– I love using this rice because it really cuts down the cooking time.
- Chicken Broth– You can also use water, but I think the broth adds a nice extra savoriness to the dish.
- Cheddar or Mexican Cheese– Add more or less depending on how much cheese you enjoy.
*See the recipe card at the bottom of the page for detailed instructions and a list of ingredients.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Brown: Add the ground turkey and chopped onion to the pan with a little oil or cooking spray. Cook for around 5 minutes to get the turkey to brown.
- Cook: Add the rest of the ingredients except the cheese and stir it all together. Then, cover it with a lid and let it cook until the rice gets softer. It usually takes around 5-7 minutes. Be sure to stir a few times to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
- Serve: Sprinkle the cheese on the top and cover again for a few minutes until the cheese gets all melty. And that’s it! Enjoy!
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Just swap out the turkey for beef and make it according to the directions. Use beef broth for an extra beefy flavor.
Yes, this can be made with long-grain instead of Minute Rice. Add around 15-20 minutes extra to the cooking time.
Storage Options
To store: Allow to cool and store in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Freeze: This meal is freezer-friendly and can be frozen for up to 2 months in an air-tight container.
Helpful Tips
* Stir a few times while cooking to prevent the rice from sticking to the pan.
* Try not to over-cook the rice, or it will become very soft and starchy.
* Spice it up by adding some jalapeños or using Hot Rotel.
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20-Minute Ground Turkey Taco Skillet
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1/2 small onion chopped
- 1 (15 ounce) can corn drained
- 1 (15 ounce) can black beans drained and rinsed
- 1 (10 ounce) can Rotel do not drain
- 1 ounce packet taco seasoning or 3 tablespoons homemade
- 1 cup Minute Rice
- 1 cup chicken broth or water
- 2 cups Cheddar or Mexican Cheese shredded
- salt to taste
Topping Ideas
- avocado
- cilantro
- sour cream
- tortilla chips
Instructions
- Add one tablespoon of oil or cooking spray to the bottom of a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground turkey and onions and cook until browned.
- Stir in the rest of the ingredients except the cheese and bring to a boil. Cover with a lid and cook on low heat until rice is tender- around 5-7 minutes. Stir a few times to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
- Sprinkle the cheese over the top of the dish, then cover and allow the cheese to melt- around 3-5 minutes. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Refrigerate leftovers in an air-tight container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Do not overcook the rice or it will become soft and mushy.
- If using long-grain rice, increase cook time by around 20 minutes.
- Ground beef can easily be used instead of ground chicken.
