TURKEY TACO FILLING

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Weight Watchers...but so darn good! Serve this taco filling rolled in tortillas, wrapped in large lettuce leaves or spooned over baked potatoes. It's the beginning of many different Mexican-inspired meals.

Provided by Barenakedchef

Categories     High Protein

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon table salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
12 ounces uncooked ground turkey breast, skinless
1/2 cup water
1 1/2 teaspoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Steps:

  • 1.
  • In a small bowl, mix together chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano and cayenne; set aside.
  • 2.
  • Place turkey in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat; cook, breaking apart meat with back of spoon, until no longer pink, about 4 to 5 minutes.
  • 3.
  • Sprinkle turkey with reserved seasoning mix and add water; reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until most of liquid is absorbed, about 10 to 15 minutes. Stir in sugar and vinegar; simmer another 2 to 3 minutes. Yields about 1/2 cup per serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.8, Fat 1.3, SaturatedFat 0.3, Cholesterol 52.7, Sodium 676.5, Carbohydrate 4.7, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 2, Protein 21.7

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