Healthy Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet for Busy Nights

Enjoy a quick and nourishing Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet that’s ready in under 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights!

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Skillet

1 pound Ground Turkey Lean protein; can substitute with ground chicken, beef, or pork
2 medium Zucchini Pick medium-sized zucchinis
1 tablespoon Olive Oil Essential for sautéing
1 whole Onion Finely chopped
2 cloves Garlic Minced

For Seasoning

1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
to taste Salt
to taste Black Pepper
to taste Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Optional

For Extra Flavor

1/2 cup Chicken Broth Can swap for vegetable broth
1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese For serving

Equipment

Large Skillet

Method

Preparation Steps

Heat the Olive Oil in a large skillet over medium heat for about 1-2 minutes.
Sauté the onion in the hot oil for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent.
Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
Crumble ground turkey into the skillet, cooking for 6-8 minutes until browned.
Slice zucchinis into half-moon shapes and add to the skillet, cooking for another 4-5 minutes.
Season the mixture with dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes.
Pour in chicken broth and let simmer on low for 3-4 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted.
Taste and adjust seasoning, then serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months.

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