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Elote Ground Turkey Enchilada Skillet

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!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 446 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. ground turkey 93/7 lean
  • 1/2 red onion (120g) finely diced (120g)
  • 1 green bell pepper (150g) finely diced (150g)
  • 1 (15-oz.) can corn drained
  • 3 Tbsp elote seasoning see notes
  • 1 cup cottage cheese (220g) Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 10 oz. can red enchilada sauce
  • 3 flour tortillas regular size 8-inch
  • 3/4 cup thick shredded Mexican cheese (84g)
  • fresh cilantro to garnish
Elote Seasoning:
  • 2 Tbsp chili powder
  • 2 Tbsp brown sugar any sugar, or sugar substitute
  • 1 Tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 Tbsp dried cilantro
  • 1 Tbsp Parmesan Cheese or cotija cheese
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp Turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

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  1. Blend cottage cheese and 2 tablespoons of water in a small blender until creamy (skip this step if using Greek yogurt or sour cream).
  2. 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.
  3. Add the diced onions, peppers and corn. Cook for another 3-4 minutes stirring occasionally.
  4. 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.
  5. Cut the tortillas into strips about 1/2-inch. Cut long strips in half.
  6. Remove from heat. Stir in the tortilla strips so they’re evenly distributed.
  7. Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top. Cover with a lid and let sit for 5-10 minutes for the cheese to melt.
  8. 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

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

% 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.