Description
Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet is your go-to solution for a quick and healthy weeknight dinner. This one-pan meal combines the savory taste of lean ground turkey with the mild sweetness of fresh zucchini, all sautéed with aromatic herbs and spices. In just 35 minutes, you’ll create a flavorful dish that’s perfect for family dinners or meal prep. The simplicity of this recipe minimizes cleanup while delivering on taste, making it a favorite for busy days. Enjoy it over rice, quinoa, or in lettuce wraps to suit your meal preferences. Packed with nutrients and easy to customize, this dish is bound to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 medium onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté chopped onion until soft (3-4 minutes), then add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Add ground turkey, breaking it up as it cooks until browned (6-8 minutes).
- Prepare zucchini by slicing into half-moons and add to the skillet, cooking until slightly tender (4-5 minutes).
- Season with oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes; pour in chicken broth.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 3-4 minutes until flavors meld.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted; adjust seasoning if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (220g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg