Description
This Ground Turkey Dinner recipe is a healthy and flavorful one-pan meal perfect for weeknight cooking. Featuring lean ground turkey sautéed with fresh vegetables and seasoned with Italian herbs and spices, it’s topped with melted mozzarella cheese and garnished with fresh parsley for a delicious and satisfying dinner option.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Base
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Vegetables
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
Seasonings and Sauces
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
Toppings and Garnish
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the base: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté onion: Add the diced onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until softened.
- Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Cook turkey: Add the ground turkey and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked through, about 6 to 8 minutes.
- Add vegetables: Stir in the bell pepper, zucchini, and broccoli and cook for 5 minutes until slightly tender.
- Season: Season with salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, paprika, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Prepare sauce and simmer: In a small bowl, mix the chicken broth, tomato paste, and soy sauce. Pour the mixture into the skillet, stir well, and let simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.
- Melt cheese: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella over the top, cover the skillet, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese is melted.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat, garnish with chopped fresh parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
- You can swap vegetables based on availability, such as mushrooms, spinach, or green beans.
- Serve over rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice for a more complete meal.
- For a dairy-free version, omit the cheese or use a dairy-free cheese alternative.
