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Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet

Delicious Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet in Just 35 Minutes

A quick and comforting Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet that's nutritious and packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet
  • 1 pound ground turkey lean protein
  • 2 medium zucchini sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for sautéing
  • ½ medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano or fresh
  • ½ teaspoon salt to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional for spice
For Cooking
  • ¼ cup chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese for topping

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes.
  2. Sauté the chopped onion for about 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
  4. Crumble in the ground turkey and cook for 6-8 minutes until browned.
  5. Wash and slice the zucchini into half-moon shapes.
  6. Add zucchini to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes until slightly softened.
  7. Sprinkle oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes over the mixture.
  8. Pour in the chicken broth, stir, and let simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  9. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the dish and stir until melted.
  10. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
  11. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 34gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, use quality ingredients and avoid overcrowding the skillet while cooking the turkey.

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