Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet
A quick, healthy one-pan meal combining ground turkey and zucchini, perfect for busy lifestyles.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey Lean protein source.
- 2 medium zucchinis Adds vitamins with low calories.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For sautéing.
- 1/2 medium onion Peeled and chopped.
- 2 cloves garlic Peeled and minced.
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano For flavor.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Adjust according to taste.
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Freshly ground for best flavor.
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes Optional for heat.
- 1/4 cup chicken broth For added moisture and flavor.
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Enhances flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Peel and finely chop the onion.
- Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté until it becomes soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Peel and mince the garlic cloves.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Cooking the Turkey and Zucchini
- Crumble the ground turkey into the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
- Cook the ground turkey for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it is fully browned and no longer pink.
- While the turkey is cooking, wash the zucchinis.
- Trim the ends of the zucchinis and cut them in half lengthwise. Slice each half into half-moon shapes about 1/4 inch thick.
- Add the sliced zucchini to the skillet with the ground turkey mixture.
- Stir the zucchini into the meat and cook for 4-5 minutes, until the zucchini starts to soften but still retains some firmness.
- Sprinkle the dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes over the skillet mixture.
- Pour the chicken broth into the skillet, stirring everything to combine.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Once the zucchini is tender and the broth has reduced slightly, sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the skillet.
- Stir the cheese into the mixture until it melts and coats the turkey and zucchini evenly.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or red pepper flakes if desired.
- Serve the dish immediately, garnishing with extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. To reheat, warm on the stove or in the microwave, adding a splash of water or broth if dry.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g