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Paleo Taco Skillet

Cultural Context

The Paleo Taco Skillet is a modern twist on traditional Mexican flavors, designed to fit within the Paleo diet, which emphasizes whole foods and excludes grains and processed ingredients. This dish celebrates the vibrant flavors of tacos while offering a healthy, one-pan meal option. It has gained popularity among health-conscious individuals and those looking for quick weeknight dinners.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 pound chicken
1 tablespoon avocado oil
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon dried ginger
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 medium onion
2 small zucchini
1 large bell pepper
1/4 cup water

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground chicken

Ground turkey is leaner and lower in calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point.

1

Heat 1 tablespoon of avocado oil in a sauté pan over medium-high heat.

2

Cut 1 pound of chicken into even pieces and add to the pan.

3

Cook the chicken on one side until browned, then stir to cook the other side.

4

Once the chicken is halfway done, add 2 tablespoons of minced garlic and 1 teaspoon of dried ginger.

5

Cook until the chicken is fully cooked through, ensuring there is no pink inside.

6

Add 2 tablespoons of soy sauce to the chicken and let it cook off until the chicken is browned.

7

Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.

8

Add another tablespoon of avocado oil to the pan.

9

Add chopped veggies: 1 medium onion, 2 small zucchini, and 1 large bell pepper to the pan.

10

Add 1/4 cup of water to the veggies to help them steam and cook faster without adding more oil.

11

Cover the pan to help the veggies cook evenly.

12

After a few minutes, check the veggies; cook until they reach your desired tenderness (more tender or crispy).

13

At the end of cooking, add another tablespoon of soy sauce to the veggies.

Cooking Techniques

sautéing

Equipment Needed

sauté panspatulaknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Taco SkilletPaleo Tacos
Local Name: Paila de Tacos Paleo

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