Ground Turkey Zucchini Skillet
Ground Turkey Zucchini Skillet is a healthy, flavorful one-pan meal featuring lean ground turkey cooked with fresh zucchini, bell peppers, onions, and garlic. Seasoned with Italian herbs, this quick and easy dish is perfect for nutritious weeknight dinners with minimal cleanup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course, Skillet Meal, Healthy
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American, Italian-inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
1 lb ground turkey
2 medium zucchinis, diced
1 bell pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook ground turkey until browned and cooked through, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed.
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Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté 2-3 minutes until onion is translucent and fragrant.
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Stir in diced zucchini and chopped bell pepper; cook 5-7 minutes until vegetables are tender but crisp.
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Sprinkle Italian seasoning over the mixture and stir well. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Cook for an additional 2 minutes to meld flavors.
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Serve hot as a main dish or with your favorite sides.
Notes
Add cherry tomatoes or mushrooms for extra veggies.
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella or Parmesan cheese before serving.
Stir in cooked pasta or quinoa to make it more filling.
Add crushed red pepper flakes for heat.
Substitute ground chicken or turkey sausage as protein alternatives.
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