How to Make Ground Turkey Enchilada Stew with Quinoa - A Step-by-Step Guide

Ground Turkey Enchilada Stew with Quinoa is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a cozy, satisfying meal. This recipe takes the flavors of classic enchiladas and combines them with the nuttiness of quinoa for a nutritious and flavorful twist on a traditional favorite. This stew is packed full of protein, fiber, and plenty of bold Mexican-inspired flavors, making it a perfect dish for a family dinner or a meal prep option for the week ahead.

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 (19 ounce) can enchilada sauce
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
  • 1 ½ cups uncooked quinoa
  • 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • ½ cup salsa
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • ½ cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • ⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 4 hrs 5 mins
  • Total Time: 4 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir turkey in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease.
  • Combine browned turkey, enchilada sauce, black beans, quinoa, diced tomatoes and chiles, water, corn, salsa, onion, green bell pepper, chili powder, garlic, and cumin in a slow cooker.
  • Cook in the slow cooker on High until quinoa is tender and flavors are blended, about 4 hours. Stir in Cheddar cheese and cilantro.
  • Nutrition

    452 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 77mg
    • Sodium: 943mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 44g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 28g
    • Vitamin C: 20mg
    • Calcium: 296mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 885mg