Description
This Easy Healthy Turkey Chorizo recipe offers a lighter twist on traditional Mexican chorizo by using lean ground turkey and a smoky, flavorful spice blend. Perfectly seasoned with smoky paprika, ancho chili powder, and red wine vinegar, this versatile dish cooks quickly in a cast iron skillet and pairs wonderfully with eggs, breakfast bowls, tacos, and burritos for a protein-packed meal.
Ingredients
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Chorizo Mixture
- Olive oil spray
- 1 pound 93% lean ground turkey
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 teaspoons smoky paprika
- 2 teaspoons ancho chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
Instructions
- Preheat the Skillet: Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium heat and spray it lightly with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Cook the Turkey: Add the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it up into small pieces with a spatula or wooden spoon. Stir occasionally to cook evenly.
- Season the Meat: Once the meat starts to brown, add the red wine vinegar, smoky paprika, ancho chili powder, cayenne pepper, minced garlic, kosher salt, black pepper, dried oregano, cumin, and ground cloves. Stir well to combine all the flavors.
- Finish Cooking: Continue to cook the turkey mixture for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the meat is fully browned and no longer pink in the middle.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve the turkey chorizo warm alongside eggs, in breakfast bowls, tacos, burritos, or your favorite dishes.
Notes
- This recipe is a healthier alternative to traditional chorizo, using lean ground turkey and a flavorful smoky spice blend.
- Adjust the cayenne pepper quantity to make it spicier or milder according to your taste.
- Great for meal prepping and reheating for quick, protein-rich meals throughout the week.
- Serve with eggs or add to your favorite Mexican-inspired dishes for added flavor and nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/3 cup (generous)
- Calories: 116 kcal
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 253 mg
- Fat: 5.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 53 mg
