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Keto Turkey Taco Skillet (Low-Carb) - Fast, Flavorful, and Weeknight Friendly

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil or olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 green or red bell pepper, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1.25–1.5 pounds ground turkey (93% lean works well)
  • 1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chiles (drained) or plain diced tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
  • 1/3 cup chicken broth or water
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican blend or cheddar cheese
  • Juice of 1/2 lime
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
  • For serving: shredded lettuce or lettuce cups, sliced avocado, sour cream, cauliflower rice, or low-carb tortillas

Method
 

  1. Warm the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and bell pepper. Cook, stirring, until softened, about 4–5 minutes.
  2. Add the garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Crumble in the ground turkey. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until browned and no longer pink, 5–7 minutes.
  4. Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Toast the spices for 30–60 seconds to bloom the flavors.
  5. Add tomato paste and stir to coat the meat. Mix in the drained diced tomatoes and broth. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook 4–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens and the flavors come together. Adjust salt to taste.
  7. Turn off the heat. Stir in lime juice. Sprinkle the cheese evenly over the top, then cover for 1–2 minutes to melt.
  8. Top with cilantro if using. Serve hot with your favorite low-carb sides or in lettuce cups.