Spicy Turkey Taco Flatbread (Printable)
Bold Tex-Mex flavors of turkey, veggies, and creamy toppings on crisp flatbread—quick and satisfying for any meal.
# Ingredient List:
→ Spiced Turkey Mixture
01 - 1 pound ground turkey
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
06 - 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
07 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
09 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
12 - 2 tablespoons tomato paste
13 - 1/4 cup water
→ Flatbread Base
14 - 4 large flatbreads or naan
15 - 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
→ Fresh Toppings
16 - 1/2 cup sour cream
17 - 1 cup shredded lettuce
18 - 1 cup diced tomatoes
19 - 1/4 cup sliced red onion
20 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
21 - 1 medium avocado, diced
22 - 1 lime, cut into wedges
# Steps:
01 - Set oven to 400°F and allow to fully preheat.
02 - Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium. Sauté onion, garlic, and jalapeño for 3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
03 - Add ground turkey to skillet. Cook, breaking up with spatula, until evenly browned and fully cooked, 6 to 8 minutes.
04 - Incorporate taco seasoning, smoked paprika, ground cumin, cayenne, salt, black pepper, and tomato paste. Stir to combine, cooking for 1 minute until aromatic.
05 - Pour in water. Simmer mixture 2 to 3 minutes until thickened, then remove from heat.
06 - Arrange flatbreads on parchment-lined baking sheet. Spoon spiced turkey mixture evenly over each. Top with shredded Mexican cheese blend.
07 - Place baking sheet in oven. Bake 8 to 10 minutes until cheese is melted and edges are golden and crisp.
08 - Remove baking sheet from oven. Garnish with lettuce, tomatoes, sliced red onion, chopped cilantro, and diced avocado. Drizzle sour cream over top and serve each portion with lime wedges.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Quick and simple prep with minimal fuss
- Vibrant Tex-Mex flavors in every bite
- Crowd-friendly and easy to customize
- High protein and lighter than beef versions
02 -
- Protein packed and perfect for meal prep
- Easy to make gluten free with alternative flatbreads
- Balances spicy savory and fresh flavors in every bite
03 -
- Sautéing the aromatics until golden makes a huge difference in flavor depth
- Using a broiler for the last minute adds irresistible cheese bubbles
- Always assemble just before serving for the best texture and freshness