This low carb, high protein Turkey Taco Cauliflower Rice Skillet is a family staple meal. It is easy, healthy, and absolutely delicious. It's loaded with lean ground turkey, tomato, onion, cheese, and the perfect blend of seasonings. And to make this meal even more appealing, it is a one pot meal only takes about 20 minutes to make! Top this dish off with some light sour cream & cilantro for the ultimate dinner.
This recipe makes 8 servings, so it is great for feeding a large family or for meal prepping! This is one of my favorite meal prepping meals because it reheats excellent and tastes just as good. It’s low in calories high in protein, & keto friendly too!
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Ingredients
Lean Ground Turkey - I used 2.5 pounds of 93% lean ground turkey but use whatever kind you would like! You can also substitute the ground turkey for ground chicken, pork, or beef.
Yellow Onion - 1/2 large yellow onion, diced.
Garlic - 2 teaspoons of minced garlic.
Jalapenos - 2 jalapenos, chopped (most of the seeds & membranes removed).
Taco Seasoning - 4 ounces of your favorite taco seasoning, or to taste. Find my homemade taco seasoning recipe here.
Cauliflower Rice - 12 ounces of cauliflower rice, cooked. I just used a frozen bag that you just pop in the microwave to make it easy!
Tomatoes - One 14.5 ounce can of Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies.
Chicken Broth - 1 cup of low sodium chicken broth.
Cheddar Cheese - I used 1 cup of mild shredded cheddar cheese, but feel free to use your favorite kind.
In a large skillet, cook the ground turkey over medium-high heat until almost fully cooked through, breaking up with a wooden spoon. Drain any excess liquid.
Add the onion, jalapeños, and minced garlic. Cook until fragrant and ground turkey is fully cooked, about 3 more minutes.
Add in the taco seasoning, Rotel tomatoes, chicken broth, and cauliflower rice to the skillet. Stir well and simmer on medium-low heat for 5 minutes (or until extra liquid is absorbed).
Top the skillet with the shredded cheddar cheese. Cover and simmer until the cheese is fully melted. Garnish with any desired toppings. Serve & enjoy!!
You can store your leftover Turkey & Cauliflower Rice Skillet in an air tight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. When you are ready to enjoy your leftovers, just pop them in the microwave for a minute or so.
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Here are some of my favorite toppings for this dish:
Light Sour Cream
Cilantro
Avocado
Pico De Gallo/Salsa
Lettuce
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This low carb, high protein Turkey Taco Cauliflower Rice Skillet is a family staple meal. It is easy, healthy, and absolutely delicious. It's loaded with lean ground turkey, tomato, onion, cheese, and the perfect blend of seasonings. And to make this meal even more appealing, it is a one pot meal only takes about 20 minutes to make! Top this dish off with some light sour cream & cilantro for the ultimate dinner.
Ingredients
2.5lb ground turkey (93% lean)
½ large yellow onion (diced)
2tsp garlic (minced)
4oz taco seasoning
12oz cauliflower rice (cooked frozen bag)
10oz. Rotel diced tomatoes w/ green chiles (no salt added)
1cup chicken broth (low sodium)
1cup cheddar cheese (mild & shredded)
Instructions
1
In a large skillet, cook the ground turkey over medium-high heat until almost fully cooked through, breaking up with a wooden spoon. Drain any excess liquid.
2
Add the onion, jalapeños, and minced garlic. Cook until fragrant and ground turkey is fully cooked, about 3 more minutes.
3
Add in the taco seasoning, Rotel tomatoes, chicken broth, and cauliflower rice to the skillet. Stir well and simmer on medium-low heat for 5 minutes (or until extra liquid is absorbed).
4
Top the skillet with the shredded cheddar cheese. Cover and simmer until the cheese is fully melted. Garnish with any desired toppings. Serve & enjoy!!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
Amount Per Serving
Calories300kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat16g25%
Saturated Fat5.9g30%
Cholesterol115mg39%
Sodium630mg27%
Total Carbohydrate4g2%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Sugars2g
Protein32g64%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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