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Southwest turkey bake

Southwest Turkey Bake

Course Main Dish

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tsp oil
  • 1 cup onion, diced
  • 1/2 bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 cups shredded, cooked turkey breast
  • 12 oz frozen corn, thawed
  • 1 can (10-oz) low-sodium diced tomatoes with

    green chilies

  • 1 cup skim milk
  • 1/2 cup cornmeal
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 3/4 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese, shredded
  • Toppings: sliced avocado, cilantro

Instructions
 

  • Wash your hands, clean the cooking area and the tops of canned food items.
  • Heat oven to 350 °F.
  • In an oven-safe skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper and sauté for approximately 3 minutes.
  • Add turkey, corn, tomatoes, and milk to the skillet. Stir well and heat through.
  • Stir in cornmeal, chili powder, and garlic powder.
  • Carefully cover the skillet with aluminum foil.
  • Bake for 45 minutes. Uncover and bake for another 15 minutes.
  • Sprinkle cheese over the top and cook for 5 minutes or until melted.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts Servings

Nutrition Facts Servings: 6, Serv. size: 1 cup, Amount per serving: Calories 220, Total Fat 4.5g (6% DV), Sat. Fat 1.5g (8% DV), Trans Fat 0g, Cholest. 35mg (12% DV), Sodium 270mg (12% DV), Total Carb. 28g (10% DV), Fiber 4g (14% DV), Total Sugars 6g (Incl. 0g Added Sugars, 0% DV), Protein 20g, Vit. D (0% DV), Calcium (10% DV), Iron (10% DV), Potas. (10% DV).
Keyword Dairy, English, Grains, Protein, Vegetables