Ground Turkey Enchilada Stew with Quinoa

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Ground Turkey Enchilada Stew with Quinoa
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on July 16, 2023

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes
  • 1 14 oz can diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 15 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1/2 cup enchilada sauce
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 3 minutes, or until the onions are softened.
  2. Add the ground turkey and cook until the turkey is browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Add the chili powder, cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, and chili flakes and cook for 1 minute.
  3. Add the diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, black beans, corn, quinoa, and enchilada sauce and stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the chopped cilantro. Serve hot.

Interesting Facts

  • This stew is a great way to use up leftover cooked quinoa.
  • It can be frozen for up to 3 months for easy meal prep.
  • It's a great way to get your family to eat more vegetables!