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Quick Family Dinner: Turkey Tacos Recipe

One of the few healthy options for kids, these turkey tacos are loaded with ground turkey, veggies, and spices. It’s full of flavor and perfect for meal prep!
Cuisine Mexican
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1/2 onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 8 oz tomato sauce
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon ground chili powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 oz mild green chiles
  • tortillas for serving
  • Other favorite toppings

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium high heat.
  • Once hot, add in the turkey and onion. Continue to cook and break apart the turkey, until browned.
  • Once the meat has cooked, add in the garlic, tomato sauce, water, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  • Stir and lower the heat, allowing the meat and ingredients to simmer for about 10 minutes.
  • Spoon out a small portion of cooked turkey into tortillas, top with your favorite toppings and a squeeze of lime. Serve and enjoy!