Mexican Enchilada Turkey Skillet
Flavorful ground turkey simmered in rich red enchilada sauce with melted Mexican cheese. A warm, protein-packed skillet dinner that is low in carbs and effortless to make after work.
Prep
5 min
Cook
12 min
Total
17 min
Makes
2 servings
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Made by Heather + Lila
Heather created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
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Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
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Everyday strength
Support the basics consistently
A nourishing meal supports the protein, energy and overall nutrition that help you keep showing up for daily movement.
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More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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Prep
5 min
Cook
12 min
Total
17 min
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Equipment
Large skillet
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Leftovers store well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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Instructions
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Next: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat…
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat…
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat at 350°F (175°C) and add 1 tbsp olive oil.
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Add 300g ground turkey to the skillet…
Add 300g ground turkey to the skillet and cook for 6-8 minutes, breaking it apart with a spatula until browned completely and no pink remains.
Look for: browned completely and no pink remains
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Stir in 0.5 cup red enchilada sauce, 1 tsp chili powder, and 0.5 tsp ground cumin. Lower the heat to medium-low and simmer for 3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
Look for: sauce thickens slightly
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Sprinkle 0.5 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend evenly over the meat, cover with a lid, and let it melt for 2 minutes.
Allow: 2 minutes
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Divide into 2 equal portions and serve…
Divide into 2 equal portions and serve warm with fresh cilantro chopped on top.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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