Elote Ground Turkey Enchilada Skillet
User Reviews
5
6 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
446 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Elote Ground Turkey Enchilada Skillet
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This Elote Ground Turkey Enchilada Skillet is a satisfying, twist on traditional enchiladas. Made with hearty ground turkey, crunchy corn, creamy cheese, and zesty spices. A comforting dish that’s perfect quick 30-minute weeknight dinner!
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Ingredients
- 1 lb. ground turkey 93/7 lean
- 1/2 red onion finely diced (120g, 120g
- 1 green bell pepper finely diced (150g, 150g
- 1 (15-oz.) corn drained, canned
- 3 Tbsp elote seasoning see notes
- 1 cup cottage cheese Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 10 oz. enchilada sauce canned, red
- 3 flour tortillas regular size 8-inch
- 3/4 cup Mexican cheese thick shredded, 84g
- cilantro to garnish, fresh
Elote Seasoning:
- 2 Tbsp chili powder
- 2 Tbsp brown sugar any sugar, or sugar substitute
- 1 Tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 Tbsp cilantro dried
- 1 Tbsp Parmesan Cheese or cotija cheese
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp Turmeric
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Blend cottage cheese and 2 tablespoons of water in a small blender until creamy (skip this step if using Greek yogurt or sour cream).
- Grease a 10-inch skillet and set to medium heat. Add the ground turkey and season with 1/2 tsp salt or to taste. Cook, crumbling as you go, until no longer pink, about 5-6 minutes. Drain if needed.
- Add the diced onions, peppers and corn. Cook for another 3-4 minutes stirring occasionally.
- Add the blended cottage cheese, red enchilada sauce and 3 tablespoons of elote seasoning. Stir to combine, bring mixture to a low simmer over medium heat. Simmer for 3 minutes.
- Cut the tortillas into strips about 1/2-inch. Cut long strips in half.
- Remove from heat. Stir in the tortilla strips so they’re evenly distributed.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top. Cover with a lid and let sit for 5-10 minutes for the cheese to melt.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and sour cream to serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Use high fiber tortillas for more fiber!
- Use high fiber tortillas for more fiber!
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1/4 of skillet (288g)
Calories
446kcal
(22%)
Carbohydrates
34.4g
(11%)
Protein
37.5g
(75%)
Fat
17.6g
(27%)
Saturated Fat
7.5g
(38%)
Cholesterol
106.3mg
(35%)
Sodium
1024.5mg
(43%)
Fiber
1.8g
(7%)
Sugar
10.6g
(21%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 446 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1/4 of skillet (288g) | |
| Calories | 446kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 34.4g | 11% |
| Protein | 37.5g | 75% |
| Fat | 17.6g | 27% |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5g | 38% |
| Cholesterol | 106.3mg | 35% |
| Sodium | 1024.5mg | 43% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 7% |
| Sugar | 10.6g | 21% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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6 reviews
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