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Southwest meatball skillet

Recipe Information

Description:
Southwest meatball skillet is a delicious American recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 15 minutes of prep time and about 10 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 25 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 4 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 4
Preparation Time 15 Minutes
Cook Time 10 Minutes
Total Time 25 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Turkey; Black Beans
Category Beans & Legumes; Poultry
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Main Dish
Cuisine American; Mexican
Cook Method Stove Top
Diet

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground turkey breast

  • 2 large egg whites

  • 1/4 cup whole-wheat bread crumbs

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

  • 2 teaspoons olive oil

  • 1 cup fresh or frozen yellow or white corn

  • 2 cups tomatoes, diced

  • 1 15-ounce can low-sodium black beans, drained and rinsed

  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth

  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Directions

  • Add the turkey, egg whites, bread crumbs, salt, and pepper to a large bowl. Mix well then shape into 16 meatballs.

  • Heat the oil in a large skillet on medium-high heat. Add the meatballs to skillet and cook for 3-5 minutes, turning frequently. Meatballs should be brown on all sides.

  • Add the corn, tomatoes, beans, chicken broth, lime juice, and cumin to the skillet and mix well. Partially cover the skillet and reduce the heat to medium. Cook for another 3-5 minutes, until the meatballs are cooked all the way through.

  • Stir in cilantro and serve.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 320 cal

  • Total fat: 5g

  • Saturated fat: 0g

  • Cholesterol: 55mg

  • Sodium: 340mg

  • Carbohydrate: 32g

  • Fiber: 7g

  • Sugar: 5g

  • Protein: 37g