Name: Mexican-Inspired Ground Turkey Queso Skillet
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground turkey; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 small yellow onion, finely diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 jalapeño, seeded and diced; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1/2 tsp smoked paprika; 1/2 tsp kosher salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1 cup shredded Oaxaca cheese; 1 cup shredded Chihuahua cheese; 2 tbsp chopped cilantro (optional)

Mexican-Inspired Ground Turkey Queso Skillet

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This Mexican-inspired ground turkey queso skillet brings the festive spirit of party food into your home kitchen! The combination of tender turkey, aromatic spices, and a blend of real Oaxaca and Chihuahua cheeses creates a rich, gooey, and flavorful dish. By layering the cheese over the savory turkey and letting it melt gently, every bite is packed with melty goodness. Serve this skillet family-style with tortillas or chips for a shareable dinner bursting with color and flavor—the perfect way to elevate ground turkey into a crave-worthy centerpiece!

Ingredients

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and jalapeño, sautéing until softened, about 3 minutes.
Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Add the ground turkey, breaking it up with a spatula. Season with cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until turkey is browned and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes.
Reduce heat to low. Sprinkle both Oaxaca and Chihuahua cheeses evenly over the turkey mixture. Cover skillet and allow cheese to melt, 2-3 minutes.
Uncover, sprinkle with cilantro if using, and serve hot with warm tortillas, tortilla chips, or fresh veggies.