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Slow Cooker Turkey Nachos


Yield: 10

Ethnicity: Mexican
 
Meal Type: Appetizer
 
Preparation Method: Slow Cooker
 
Product Type: Turkey Thighs
 
Dish Type: Nachos
 







Ingredients
3 Pounds TURKEY THIGHS
1 1-1/4 Ounce Package taco seasoning mix
1 14-1/2-Ounce Can diced tomatoes, with juices
1 15-Ounce Can pinto beans
1 4-1/2-Ounce Can chopped green chilies
1 Teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 Teaspoon cumin
2 Tablespoons fresh lime juice
As Needed white corn tortilla chips
1 Cup shredded jalapeno cheese
1 Cup red bell pepper, seeded and chopped fine
1/4 Cup black olives, well drained
1/4 Cup chopped green onions
2/3 Cup sour cream
1/4 Cup fresh cilantro sprigs
2/3 Cup salsa
10 lime wedges, seeds removed
 
  1. Remove bones and skin from turkey thighs. Place thighs in 3-1/2 to 4 quart slow cooker.
  2. Sprinkle thighs with taco seasoning mix. Cover with tomatoes, beans, chiles, oregano, cumin and lime juice.
  3. Set cooker on LOW setting and cover. Cook for 7 to 8 hours.
  4. Remove turkey thighs from cooker and allow to slightly cool. Shred into thin strips.
  5. Mash beans with tomatoes, chiles and herbs. Return turkey to slow cooker and blend all together. Continue to heat on LOW setting for up to 2 hours.
  6. Place tortillas on large oven-proof platter. Spoon turkey mixture onto tortillas. Sprinkle each with cheese, red peppers, olives and onions.
  7. Heat in preheated 425 degree F oven for about 5 minutes or until cheese melts.
  8. Serve with sour cream, cilantro, salsa and lime.

Recipe Source: Recipe by The National Turkey Federation

Nutrition Facts
Calories 380  
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 15g
Saturated Fat 5g
Cholesterol 90mg
Sodium 730mg
Total Carbohydrate 34g
Dietary Fiber 6g
Sugars 3g  
Protein 26g  
Vitamin A 15%
  • Vitamin C 70%
    Calcium 20%
  • Iron 15%
    *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on you calorie needs:
      Calories: 2000 2500
    Total Fat Less than 65g 80g
    Sat Fat Less than 20g 25g
    Cholesterol Less than 300mg 300mg
    Sodium Less than 2,400mg 2,400mg
    Total Carbohydrate   300g 375g
    Dietary Fiber   25g 30g
    Calories per gram:
    Fat 9
  • Carbohydrate 4
  • Protein 4




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