Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet
A wholesome, satisfying one-pan meal featuring ground turkey and zucchini, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 2 medium zucchinis Washed and sliced into half-moons
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For sautéing
- 1/2 medium onion Chopped
- 2 cloves garlic Mined
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes Adjust based on spice preference
Liquid and Cheese
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese For flavor and creaminess
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients to streamline the cooking process.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Chop the onion into small pieces and sauté it in the skillet until soft and translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes.
Cooking
- Mince the garlic and add it to the skillet. Cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the ground turkey, breaking it up as it cooks. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Prepare the zucchinis by slicing them into half-moons and add them to the skillet. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Season the mixture with oregano, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Mix thoroughly.
- Pour in the chicken broth and allow the skillet to simmer for another 3 to 4 minutes.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well incorporated.
Serving
- Serve immediately, directly from the skillet or on individual plates with an extra sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs.
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Notes
To store leftovers, cool to room temperature and transfer to an airtight container. It can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for 2 months.