Chipotle Turkey Tacos

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Makes 12 servings

Prep Time 20 minutes 

Total Time Under 30 minutes

Ingredients

½ cup fat-free sour cream

1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce

1 (20-ounce) package JENNIE-O® Lean Ground Turkey

1 (1.25-ounce) taco seasoning mix

½ cup water

PICO DE GALLO

1 cup chopped plum tomatoes

¼ cup chopped white onion

3 tablespoons cilantro

1 jalapeño, diced

2 tablespoons lime juice

salt and freshly ground pepper, if desired

12 soft taco-size tortillas

1 cup shredded lettuce

1 cup shredded Cheddar Jack cheese

Directions

In blender, combine sour cream and chipotle pepper in adobo sauce. Blend until combined. Set aside.

In large skillet, cook turkey as specified on the package. Always cook to well-done, 165°F. as measured by a meat thermometer. Add taco seasoning mix and water. Cook until water is evaporated, stirring occasionally. 

To make the pico de gallo, combine tomatoes, onion, cilantro, jalapeño, lime juice, salt and freshly ground pepper, if desired. 

Spread each taco shell with sour cream mixture. Fill tacos with lettuce, turkey, pico de gallo and cheese.