Looking for a delicious Mexican Dinner Idea? This is not only healthy, but it is also easy to make. Change up the traditional Mexican Dinner and try this Easy Cheesy Mexican Burrito Skillet.
Ingredients
2teaspoonsextra virgin olive oil
1oniondiced
1poundground turkey
1tablespoonchili powder
¼teaspoon garlic powder
¼teaspoononion powder
¼teaspoondried oregano
½teaspooncumin
½teaspoonsalt
¼teaspoon paprika
115-ounce can reduced-sodium red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1cupchunky salsa
1cupwater
36-inch whole wheat tortillas, cut into 1-inch strips
¾cupreduced-fat 4 cheese Mexican shredded cheese
Optional garnishes*:
diced avocado
diced tomato
yogurt/sour cream
green onions
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the oil and onion, cooking the onion for 2-3 minutes.
Add the turkey, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks.
When the meat is fully cooked, add the chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, cumin, salt, and paprika, stirring it all together with the meat.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the beans, salsa, and water, stirring everything together and cooking at a low simmer for 4-5 minutes.
Stir in the tortilla strips, making sure to push them around in the pan so they are coated and soft, about 2 minutes.
Remove the skillet from the heat and add the cheese over the top. Let stand for 5 minutes until the cheese melts.
Top with optional avocado, tomatoes, yogurt or sour cream, and green onions as desired.
Notes
Tips:
If you'd rather not use ground turkey, feel free to substitute ground chicken, beef, or pork.
You could even bump up the spice factor in this dish by adding sriracha or hot sauce to the pan. Get your taste buds ready!
SmartPoints: 6*Optional ingredients not included in nutrition calculation.