Description
This Ground Turkey Zucchini Skillet is a quick, lighter take on comfort food that comes together in one pan. Juicy ground turkey, tender zucchini, and sweet bell pepper are sautéed with garlic, herbs, and a touch of Parmesan for a flavorful, protein-packed meal that’s weeknight-friendly and naturally low-carb.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 2 medium zucchinis, diced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped (any color)
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is soft and fragrant.
- Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Use a spatula to break it up into small crumbles and cook for 5–7 minutes, or until browned and cooked through with no pink remaining.
- Stir in the diced zucchini and chopped bell pepper. Cook for another 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender but not mushy.
- Sprinkle in the Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to coat the meat and vegetables evenly and cook for an additional 1–2 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- If using, sprinkle the grated Parmesan evenly over the skillet and let it melt slightly, about 1 minute.
- Remove from the heat, garnish with freshly chopped parsley, and serve hot straight from the skillet.
Notes
- Use lean ground turkey (93% lean or similar) for a nice balance of flavor and lighter nutrition.
- Dice the zucchini and bell pepper into similar-sized pieces so they cook evenly and stay pleasantly tender.
- If the pan starts to look dry at any point, add a splash of water or broth to prevent sticking and help soften the vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g (approx.)
- Sodium: 420 mg (approx., varies with added salt and cheese)
- Fat: 20 g (approx.)
- Saturated Fat: 5 g (approx.)
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g (approx.)
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g (approx.)
- Fiber: 2 g (approx.)
- Protein: 28 g (approx.)
- Cholesterol: 95 mg (approx.)
Keywords: ground turkey zucchini skillet, healthy skillet dinner, low carb turkey recipe, one-pan ground turkey, easy weeknight meal