While your skillet heats, prepare all the fresh components so they're ready to assemble once the turkey is cooked. Seed and dice the tomatoes into 1/2-inch pieces, thinly slice the red onion, dice the avocado, and roughly chop the cilantro. Wash and separate whole Bibb or Butter lettuce leaves—these hold up better than crispier varieties and create a natural cup for wrapping. I like to keep the lettuce leaves chilled until serving so they stay crisp and fresh. Arrange all toppings in small bowls for easy assembly.

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the diced onion and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it begins to soften and become fragrant. Add the ground turkey, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon as it cooks, then add the minced garlic, a generous pinch of salt, and black pepper to taste. Cook for 5 minutes until the turkey is mostly cooked through and no longer pink. I always use 93% lean ground turkey because it stays moist during cooking—higher fat content tends to become greasy in lettuce wraps.

Reduce heat to medium and stir in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, and dried oregano, mixing constantly for about 30 seconds until fragrant and evenly distributed throughout the meat. This blooming of the spices in the hot oil releases their essential oils and prevents a raw, dusty flavor. Pour in the tomato sauce and chicken broth, stirring to combine, then simmer gently for 5 minutes. The liquid reduces slightly and allows all the flavors to meld together into a cohesive, flavorful filling.

Place a chilled lettuce leaf on a plate and spoon about 2-3 tablespoons of the warm turkey mixture into the center. Top with a small handful of diced tomatoes, a few slices of red onion, avocado pieces, a sprinkle of Mexican cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and a pinch of fresh cilantro. I like to serve the toppings family-style so guests can customize their own wraps to their preference—it's interactive and fun. Serve immediately while the turkey filling is warm and the lettuce is still crisp.