Skillet Burritos with Ground Turkey
Traditionally packed with high-fat ingredients, people often avoid burritos when on a healthy eating plan. This recipe provides simple modifications for a healthier Mexican meal your family will enjoy.
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Ingredients :
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 cup yellow onions, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 tsp. chili powder
- 1 tsp. ground cumin
- 1 cup uncooked quick brown rice
- 1 cup picante sauce
- 3 oz Cabot lite 50% cheddar cheese
- 10 flour tortillas
Directions :
- Spray large skillet with non-stick spray.
- Cook turkey, onion and bell pepper for approximately 10 minutes. Stir to combine.
- Stir in broth, cumin and chili powder.
- Bring to a boil.
- Stir in rice.
- Cover, reduce heat and simmer until rice is tender.
- Stir in picante sauce and cheese.
- Place approximately 1/2 cup of recipe into middle of a tortilla and roll up.
Yield : 10 servings
Nutritional Analysis (per serving):
Calories: 318
Fat: 7 g
Carbohydrates: 47 g
Cholesterol: 33 mg
Sodium: 509 mg
Fiber: 9 g
Protein: 21 g
Recipe provided by Cooper Clinic Nutrition