Spicy Chipotle Ground Turkey Tacos
What Started it all:
Ground turkey
Get ready to ignite your taste buds with these bold and flavorful spicy chipotle ground turkey tacos. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, these tacos pack a punch with smoky chipotle peppers and fresh toppings. Let’s get cooking!
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced (adjust to your heat preference)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 small corn tortillas
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
- Optional toppings: diced avocado, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, sour cream
Instructions
- Heat the Oil: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil. Once hot, throw in the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Brown the Turkey: Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Spice It Up: Stir in the minced chipotle peppers, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and season with salt and pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Warm the Tortillas: While the turkey is cooking, warm the corn tortillas in a separate skillet over low heat for about 30 seconds on each side, or until pliable.
- Assemble the Tacos: Spoon the spicy turkey mixture onto the warm tortillas. Top with fresh cilantro and any additional toppings you desire.
- Serve: Squeeze fresh lime juice over the tacos and enjoy your fiery creation!
These spicy chipotle ground turkey tacos are sure to impress with their bold flavors and vibrant toppings. Enjoy the cooking experience and share these delicious tacos with someone special!