Cal Smart Southwest Turkey Skillet

Meanwhile, heat a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat.While the pan heats, pat corn dry with paper towels. When hot, add corn to the dry pan. Cook, stirring occasionally, until dark brown in spots, 4-5 min.Transfer corn to a plate.

Meanwhile, core, then cut hot pepper into 1/2-inch pieces, removing seeds for less heat. (TIP: We suggest using gloves when prepping hot peppers!)Peel, then cut onion into 1/2-inch pieces, then finely chop 1/2 tbsp (1 tbsp) onions.Juice half the lime (whole lime for 4 ppl).Roughly chop cilantro.Cut tomato into 1/4-inch pieces.Add finely chopped onions, tomatoes, lime juice and half the cilantro to a medium bowl. Toss to combine.

Return the same pan (from step 2) to medium-high.When hot, add 1 tbsp (2 tbsp) butter, then swirl the pan until melted.Add turkey and remaining onions. Cook, breaking up turkey into smaller pieces, until no pink remains, 4-5 min.** Add hot peppers, then season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until hot peppers are tender-crisp, 3-4 min.

Add Tex-Mex paste and Southwest Spice Blend to the pan with turkey and veggies. Cook, stirring often, until fragrant, 30 sec.Add 1/2 cup (2/3 cup) water. Cook, stirring often, until sauce thickens slightly, 1-2 min. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

Add corn, remaining cilantro and 1/2 tbsp (1 tbsp) butter to the pot with wild rice. Season with salt and pepper, to taste, then fluff with a fork until butter melts. Divide charred corn wild rice between plates. Top with turkey mixture, then pico de gallo.