Turkey Taco Nacho Skillet.
This Turkey Taco Nacho Skillet is a quick, flavorful one-pan meal combining taco spices with crispy nachos—perfect for family nights or game day!
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Spatula
- Cutting Board
- Knife
- Measuring Spoons
- Serving platter
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 sweet onion diced
- 1 bell pepper diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 pound ground turkey 94% lean
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked pepper
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- pickled onions for serving
- cotija cheese for sprinkling
- lime wedges for spritzing
- tortilla chips for serving
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes quartered
- 1/2 sweet onion diced
- 1/2 cup cilantro chopped
- 1 lime juiced
- pinch salt and pepper
- 1 avocado
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 lime juiced
- pinch salt and pepper
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced sweet onion and bell pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the onion is translucent and the bell pepper is tender. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Use a spatula to break it apart as it cooks. Continue cooking for about 6-8 minutes, or until it’s no longer pink.
- Stir in the ground cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well to ensure the turkey and veggies are evenly coated in the spices.
- Sprinkle the tablespoon of flour over the turkey mixture and stir to combine. Gradually pour in the chicken stock, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 3-5 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the turkey mixture. Cover the skillet and let it cook for another 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- While the cheese is melting, prepare your toppings. In a bowl, combine quartered cherry tomatoes, diced sweet onion, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Once the cheese is melted, remove the skillet from heat. Serve the turkey mixture with tortilla chips, shredded lettuce, pickled onions, cotija cheese, avocado slices, and lime wedges on the side. Let everyone build their own nacho creations and enjoy!
Notes
- Leftover skillet can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat with a splash of chicken stock for best results.
- Substitute ground turkey with beef, chicken, or plant-based meat for variety.
- Add black beans, corn, or jalapeños to customize flavor and texture.
- Use different cheeses like Monterey Jack or pepper jack for a spicy twist.
- Cover skillet when melting cheese to ensure it melts fully and stays bubbly.