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Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet

  • Author: hamidkom
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A delicious and healthy one-pan meal featuring lean ground turkey and fresh zucchini, quick to prepare and perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb lean ground turkey
  • 2 medium zucchini, diced into 1⁄2 inch pieces
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1⁄2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1⁄4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1⁄4 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add ground turkey and let it cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes to brown.
  3. Break the turkey into crumbles and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes until no longer pink.
  4. Add diced onion to the turkey and cook for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  5. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  6. Add chili powder, cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, and cayenne if using. Stir for 1 minute.
  7. Add diced zucchini and cook for 3-4 minutes until it begins to soften.
  8. Stir in corn kernels and black beans, cooking for 2 minutes.
  9. Add halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 1-2 minutes until they just begin to release their juices.
  10. Pour in broth and gently stir to combine everything.
  11. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 3-5 minutes until the liquid slightly reduces.
  12. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  13. Remove from heat and let it rest for 2 minutes.
  14. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges for squeezing over individual portions.

Notes

Feel free to include other vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition. You can also switch out the ground turkey for ground chicken or a plant-based substitute.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

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