Spicy Ground Turkey Tacos (or Ground Chicken Tacos!)

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Spicy Ground Turkey Tacos (or Ground Chicken Tacos!)

Spicy Turkey Tacos - An easy, healthy, versatile and delicious taco meat recipe made with either ground turkey or ground chicken.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 2 tablespoons oil or butter
  • 1 medium onion peeled and chopped
  • 5-6 cloves garlic minced
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro
  • 2 pounds ground turkey or ground chicken
  • 2 tablespoons ancho chile powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoon ground smoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons tomato paste
  • 16 Flour, corn, or low carb tortillas
  • Possible Garnishes: Pico de gallo salsa, avocado, guacamole, Cotija cheese, limes
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Instructions

  1. Set a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add the oil. Once hot, add in the chopped onion, garlic, and cilantro. Sauté for 3-4 minutes to soften the onions.
  2. Then add in the ground turkey (or ground chicken) along with the ancho chile, cumin, paprika, salt, and tomato paste.
  3. Stir and break the ground meat into small pieces with a wooden spoon. Continue to cook and brown the taco meat for 5-7 minutes.
  4. Once the taco meat is cooked through, spoon it into tortillas and garnish with your favorite taco toppings.

Notes

  • Leftovers: Let the taco meat cool and place in an airtight and/or freezer-safe container.
  • Keep in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • Store in the freezer for up to 3 months, and defrost in the fridge overnight before reheating in a skillet or microwave.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1taco Calories 178kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 17g (6%) Protein 16g (32%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 31mg (10%) Sodium 549mg (23%) Potassium 260mg (7%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 342IU (7%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 43mg (4%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 16tacos

Amount Per Serving

Calories 178 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1taco
Calories 178kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 17g 6%
Protein 16g 32%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 31mg 10%
Sodium 549mg 23%
Potassium 260mg 6%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 342IU 7%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 43mg 4%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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