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Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet

Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet: Healthy One-Pan Delight

This Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet is a healthy, quick, and delicious one-pan meal featuring sautéed zucchini and tender ground turkey.
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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
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey or ground chicken/beef
  • 2 medium Zucchini sliced into half-moons
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or different vegetable oil
  • 1 small Onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano or 3 teaspoons fresh oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly cracked
  • 1/4 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes adjust to taste
  • 1/2 cup Chicken Broth or vegetable/beef broth
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese or nutritional yeast for dairy-free

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat for about 1-2 minutes until shimmering.
  2. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
  4. Add ground turkey, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, and cook for 6-8 minutes until browned.
  5. Slice zucchini into half-moons and stir into the skillet, cooking for 4-5 minutes until tender.
  6. Sprinkle with oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes, stirring well to combine.
  7. Pour in chicken broth, mixing thoroughly and simmering for 3-4 minutes.
  8. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
  9. Remove from heat, plate immediately, and garnish with additional Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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