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Ground Turkey Fajita Bowl - A Fresh, Flavor-Packed Weeknight Meal

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb (450 g) ground turkey (93% lean recommended for juiciness)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (or avocado oil)
  • 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 bell peppers, thinly sliced (mixed colors look great)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (or regular paprika)
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/4–1/2 teaspoon cayenne (optional, for heat)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth or water (to keep the turkey juicy)
  • Cooked base: 3–4 cups cooked rice, cauliflower rice, or quinoa
  • Toppings (optional but recommended): diced avocado, salsa or pico de gallo, chopped cilantro, shredded cheese, Greek yogurt or sour cream, sliced jalapeño, lime wedges

Method
 

  1. Prep your base: Cook rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice and keep warm. This makes assembly fast once the turkey and veggies are ready.
  2. Slice the veggies: Thinly slice the onion and bell peppers. Mince the garlic. Keep them ready by the stove.
  3. Mix the spices: In a small bowl, combine chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, cayenne (if using), salt, and black pepper. This makes seasoning quick and even.
  4. Cook the peppers and onions: Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add onion and peppers with a pinch of salt. Cook 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and slightly charred at the edges. Transfer to a plate.
  5. Brown the turkey: In the same skillet, add the ground turkey. Break it up with a spatula and cook until no longer pink, about 5–7 minutes. Drain excess moisture if needed.
  6. Season and simmer: Add garlic and the spice mix to the turkey. Stir for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the broth or water and let it simmer 2–3 minutes to keep it moist and distribute the spices.
  7. Bring it together: Return the peppers and onions to the skillet. Squeeze in the lime juice. Toss everything to coat and taste for salt and heat. Adjust as needed.
  8. Assemble the bowls: Add a scoop of your base to each bowl. Top with the turkey fajita mixture and your favorite toppings. Finish with a squeeze of lime.