Ground Turkey Skillet Dinner Easy One Pan Meal
This ground turkey skillet is a quick and wholesome dinner idea made in just one pan. Packed with vegetables, lean protein, and flavor, it is perfect for busy nights or meal prep.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Cutting board
- Chef’s knife
- Measuring spoons
- Serving spoon
Ingredients
- 500 grams ground turkey
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 1 zucchini chopped
- Half a cup corn kernels fresh or frozen
- 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- Half a teaspoon paprika
- Half a teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and ground black pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley or green onion for garnish
- Optional: cooked rice pasta, or tortillas for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat
- Add chopped onion and sauté for 3 minutes until soft
- Stir in garlic and cook for one more minute
- Add ground turkey and break it apart as it browns
- Season with cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper
- Once turkey is mostly cooked, stir in bell pepper, zucchini, and corn
- Cook for 5 to 6 minutes until vegetables soften slightly
- Add crushed tomatoes and stir well
- Let the skillet simmer gently for 5 minutes to blend the flavors
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed
- Serve hot, garnished with parsley or green onion
Notes
This recipe works great with ground chicken or beefAdd spinach or kale at the end for more greens
Top with shredded cheese or avocado for extra richness
Can be stored in the fridge for up to four days
Perfect for freezing in portion containers
Nutrition
Calories: 370kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 29gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 480mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6g
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