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Cottage Cheese Turkey Pepper Skillet

A quick and healthy skillet meal packed with lean turkey, colorful peppers, and creamy cottage cheese, perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground turkey Lean ground turkey for high protein
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced Adds sweetness and color
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced Adds crunch and flavor
  • 1 yellow bell pepper (optional) For extra color, can be omitted
  • 1 onion, sliced Enhances the flavor of the dish
  • 1 cup cottage cheese Provides creaminess without heavy cream
Spices and Seasoning
  • 1 tsp chili powder For a mild kick
  • 1 tsp paprika Adds depth of flavor
  • 1 tbsp olive oil For sautéing
  • to taste Salt and pepper Season according to preference
Garnish
  • Fresh parsley Chopped, for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the sliced onions and bell peppers, cooking for about 4-5 minutes until softened and slightly caramelized. Remove and set aside.
Cooking
  1. In the same skillet, cook the ground turkey until browned and fully cooked. Break it apart as it cooks and season with chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Return the vegetables to the skillet and mix everything together.
  3. Lower the heat and stir in the cottage cheese. Let it warm gently for 2-3 minutes until it melts slightly and creates a creamy coating.
  4. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

Use a nonstick pan for best texture, don't overheat the cottage cheese, and season in layers for deeper flavor. Let it rest briefly before serving.