Recipe: Turkey Carnitas Lettuce Tacos

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Turkey Carnitas Lettuce Tacos

Recipe courtesy of St. Charles Hospital

(5 servings of 3 tacos)

Turkey Ingredients

• 1 pound turkey thighs, boneless and skinless
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon cumin
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 1 cup salsa, mild
• ½ cup- Low sodium chicken broth
• Nonstick cooking spray
• Lettuce shells: can use Boston, Bib or Butter lettuce

Slaw Ingredients

• 1 pound of cabbage slaw mix
• ½ cup of finely chopped jalapenos
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 1 tablespoon of vinegar
• 2 teaspoons of lime juice
• Cilantro
• ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion

Directions to cook turkey

• Season turkey thighs with cumin, paprika and chili powder
• Preheat grill, spray with cooking spray and sear turkey
• Place broth, salsa and seared turkey thighs in an ovenproof pan
• Cover and bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for approximately 2 hours
• Remove from oven and allow to “rest” 10 to 15 minutes
• Shred and Serve

Directions to prepare slaw

• Combine cabbage, onions and jalapenos in a bowl
• Add olive oil, vinegar, lime juice and cilantro
• Combine well and serve with tacos
• 2-3 tablespoons per taco