I can't stop making this — 40g of protein in one skillet, and it's ready in 20 minutes.
High-Protein Turkey Taco Skillet
Lean turkey, black beans, corn, peppers, tomatoes, avocado, lime, and cilantro deliver taco-night flavor in one colorful skillet. Save this easy dinner idea — full recipe below.
Naturally gluten-free, one-pan, and packed with fiber — dinner just got easier.
Ingredients (serves 4):
560g lean ground turkey (93% lean)
360g black beans, drained and rinsed
320g corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
320g bell peppers, diced
320g diced tomatoes
160g avocado, diced
60g fresh lime juice
20g fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tsp cumin
2 tsp chili powder
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions:
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground turkey and cook, breaking it up as it browns, about 6–8 minutes.
Stir in cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Add black beans, corn, bell peppers, and diced tomatoes. Simmer 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until peppers soften and flavors meld.
Remove from heat. Top with diced avocado, a squeeze of lime juice, and fresh cilantro.
Serve warm and enjoy.
Per serving: ~510 kcal | 40g protein | 48g carbs | 17g fat | 12g fiber
Total weight of the finished skillet is roughly 2,160g . That works out to about 540g per serving (if you want exacts).
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Enjoy!
xoxo
Lisa