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Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet

Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet: A Quick Flavor-Packed Meal

Enjoy a healthy Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet, a quick, one-pan meal packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey Substitute with ground chicken or beef for variety.
  • 2 medium Zucchini Sliced.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Vegetable oil can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped; yellow or white varieties are ideal.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Freshly minced; garlic powder can work in a pinch.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Or swap with thyme or basil for a different twist.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to suit your taste.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes For a hint of heat; leave it out for a milder dish.
  • 1/2 cup Chicken Broth Vegetable broth can also be a good substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese For a dairy-free option, try nutritional yeast.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the skillet by heating 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add 1 finely chopped onion to the hot skillet, stirring frequently, and cook for about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for an additional 30 seconds.
  4. Crumble in 1 pound of ground turkey, allowing it to cook for about 6-8 minutes.
  5. Add in 2 sliced zucchinis, stirring well to combine all the ingredients.
  6. Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes.
  7. Pour in 1/2 cup of chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  8. Finally, stir in 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese until it melts and incorporates smoothly.
  9. Remove the skillet from heat and serve your Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 32gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

Meal prep friendly: Prepare the veggies in advance to save time, and enjoy over rice or quinoa.

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