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Easy and Healthy Mexican Stir Fry

Easy Mexican stir fry made in one skillet with ground chicken, taco seasoning, and veggies. Healthy, gluten-free, and meal prep friendly.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course, Meal Prep Friendly Recipe
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 478 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Knife and Cutting Board
  • Airtight container (for meal prep storage)

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 cups dry white rice brown rice, or quinoa
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 1 lb ground chicken or turkey
  • 1 packet mild taco seasoning
  • 1 yellow squash sliced
  • 1 large zucchini sliced
  • 2 large bell peppers chopped
  • Optional toppings: creamy jalapeño sauce guacamole, lime juice, sour cream, black beans.

Instructions
 

  • Prep the Vegetables: Slice zucchini and yellow squash into half moons. Chop bell peppers. Add all veggies to a large mixing bowl and toss with half of the taco seasoning until evenly coated.
  • Cook Your Grain:Prepare white rice, brown rice, or quinoa according to package instructions. Avoid excess water and fluff before serving.
  • Cook the Protein:Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground chicken or turkey and the remaining taco seasoning. Cook 7–9 minutes, breaking into smaller pieces, until no longer pink.
  • Add the Vegetables:Add seasoned vegetables to the same large skillet. Cover and cook on medium heat for 7–9 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and cooked through.
  • Assemble:Serve your Mexican stir fry over cooked grain. Drizzle with creamy jalapeño sauce and add guacamole if desired. Finish with a squeeze of fresh lime juice and enjoy!

Notes

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Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 478kcalCarbohydrates: 62gProtein: 27gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 98mgSodium: 99mgPotassium: 1054mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2082IUVitamin C: 93mgCalcium: 46mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Mexican Stir FRy
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