How many servings does this recipe make?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

What ingredients do I need for Spicy, What's in the Pantry? Dinner?

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs ground turkey, 1 large onion, chopped, 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste, and more.

Is Spicy, What's in the Pantry? Dinner suitable as meat & poultry?

Yes, Spicy, What's in the Pantry? Dinner falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Spicy, What's in the Pantry? Dinner?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Spicy, What's in the Pantry? Dinner Recipe

Name: Spicy, What's in the Pantry? Dinner
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs ground turkey; 1 large onion, chopped; 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes; 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste; 2 (1 1/4 ounce) envelopes taco seasoning; 1 cup water; ½ cup frozen corn (optional); 1 zucchini (optional) or 1 yellow squash, chopped (optional); 1 bell peppers (green, yellow, or red) (optional) or 2 cubanelle peppers, chopped (optional); 1 jalapeno pepper, chopped (optional); shredded cheddar cheese (optional) or shredded mozzarella cheese (optional) or shredded monterey jack cheese (optional)

Try this homemade Spicy, What's in the Pantry? Dinner recipe the whole family will love. Made with ground turkey, onion, tomatoes and tomato paste. Easy…

This Spicy, What's in the Pantry? Dinner relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as ground turkey, large onion, chopped, (6 ounce) can tomato paste and water. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 455 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Meat & Poultry

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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