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Savory Ground Turkey and Peppers: Easy 30-Minute Dinner

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This savory ground turkey and peppers recipe is a quick, easy, and delicious weeknight dinner that comes together in under 30 minutes. With simple ingredients and a secret splash of balsamic vinegar, it’s a crowd-pleaser that tastes like you tried way harder than you actually did.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) ground turkey (93% lean)
  • 2 medium bell peppers (any color), diced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
  • ¼ cup (60ml) chicken broth
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep your veggies: Dice the onion and bell peppers into roughly ½-inch pieces. Mince the garlic.
  2. Heat the skillet: Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Let it shimmer for about 30 seconds.
  3. Cook the aromatics: Add the diced onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent and softened (3-4 minutes). Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Brown the turkey: Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Break it into crumbles with a wooden spoon. Let it cook undisturbed for 2 minutes to get a brown crust, then stir and cook until no pink remains (5-6 minutes). If there’s excess liquid, let it cook off.
  5. Add the peppers: Stir in the diced bell peppers and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften but still have a little bite.
  6. Create the flavor base: Push the turkey and veggies to one side of the pan. In the empty space, add the tomato paste and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
  7. Season and deglaze: Sprinkle the smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper over everything. Stir to combine. Pour in the soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, and chicken broth. Stir well, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  8. Simmer and finish: Let the mixture simmer gently for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  9. Rest and serve: Remove the skillet from the heat. Let it sit for 2 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro if desired.

Notes

For best results, use 93% lean ground turkey (not 99%) to prevent dryness. The balsamic vinegar is the secret ingredient that brightens the dish. Leftovers taste even better the next day. To freeze, cool completely and store in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

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Keywords: ground turkey, peppers, easy dinner, 30-minute meal, weeknight dinner, healthy, gluten-free, low-carb

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