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Southwestern Ground Turkey Casserole - FlirtyFood

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 550
A flavorful and hearty casserole combining ground turkey, rice, and southwestern spices for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

spices and seasonings

  • 2.5 tsp olive oil (prefer Bertolli for sautéing)
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 large onion (finely diced into 1/4-inch pieces)
  • 3 cloves garlic (freshly minced)
  • 2.5 tsp cumin
  • 1.5 tsp chili powder
  • 1.5 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp pepper
  • 4 oz green chiles (Old El Paso)
  • 14 oz diced tomatoes (drained well)
  • 2 cups salsa
  • 1.5 cups black beans
  • 1 cup corn
  • 0.5 cup cilantro
  • 0.5 red bell pepper red bell pepper (finely diced)
  • 0.25 cup sour cream
  • 0.75 cup monterey jack cheese (freshly shredded)

Instructions 

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet and sauté diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant.
  • Add ground turkey and cook until browned, then stir in cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Mix in green chiles, diced tomatoes, salsa, black beans, corn, and diced red bell pepper. Cook for 5 minutes.
  • Combine cooked rice with the turkey mixture, then transfer to a baking dish. Top with shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
  • Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve with a dollop of sour cream and chopped cilantro.

Notes

For extra flavor, garnish with additional cilantro or a squeeze of lime.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Southwestern
Keyword: ground turkey