Cottage Cheese Turkey Pepper Skillet

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground turkey
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 medium onion, sliced
• 1 cup cottage cheese
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the sliced onion and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened.
3. Stir in the sliced red and green peppers and cook for another 4–5 minutes until slightly tender.
4. Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until fully browned and cooked through.
5. Season with chili powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
6. Reduce heat to low and stir in the cottage cheese until evenly distributed and warmed through. Do not overcook to keep the creamy texture.
7. Remove from heat and serve immediately.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve on its own for a low-carb meal
• Pair with cauliflower rice or a simple green salad
• Add fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro for extra flavor

Tips and Variations

• Use ground chicken instead of turkey if preferred
• Add mushrooms or zucchini for extra vegetables
• For a spicy kick, include crushed red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños
• Choose low-fat cottage cheese to reduce calories further

Time & Yield

• Prep time: 10 minutes
• Cook time: 15 minutes
• Total time: 25 minutes
• Servings: 4

Nutrition (Approximate per serving)

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 30g
• Carbohydrates: 8g
• Fat: 14g