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Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet

Savory Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet for Busy Nights

A quick and healthy one-pan meal featuring ground turkey and zucchini, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped; use yellow or white onion
  • 2 cloves garlic minced; can substitute with garlic powder (1/8 tsp per clove)
  • 1 pound ground turkey can replace with ground chicken or beef
  • 2 medium zucchini sliced into half-moons; can substitute with yellow squash
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano can use Italian seasoning as an alternative
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional for heat
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth can use vegetable broth for vegan option
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese grated; can swap for nutritional yeast

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Add 1 chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent.
  3. Toss in 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Crumble in 1 pound of ground turkey, cooking for about 6-8 minutes until browned.
  5. Wash, trim, and slice 2 medium zucchinis into half-moons and add to the skillet.
  6. Cook for 4-5 minutes until zucchini softens but remains firm.
  7. Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes.
  8. Pour in 1/2 cup of chicken broth, stir, and let simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  9. Remove from heat and sprinkle in 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted.
  10. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 12mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat, adding broth if needed.

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