Hearty & Wholesome One-Pan Ground Turkey Dinner
This one-pan ground turkey dinner is a quick, easy, and healthy meal packed with vegetables and flavor. Perfect for a busy weeknight, it offers a balanced and satisfying dish with minimal cleanup.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Dutch oven
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound lean ground turkey 93/7 or 96/4 recommended
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 red bell pepper chopped
- 1 green bell pepper chopped
- 1 zucchini diced
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms about 4 oz
- 1 can diced tomatoes 14.5 ounce, undrained
- 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- fresh parsley chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- Add ground turkey to the skillet, break it up, and cook until browned (5-7 minutes), then drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the turkey and cook until softened (3-4 minutes).
- Stir in red bell pepper, green bell pepper, zucchini, and mushrooms; cook for 5-7 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
- Pour in diced tomatoes and chicken broth, then stir in Italian seasoning and smoked paprika. Bring mixture to a simmer.
- Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes until vegetables are tender and flavors meld. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve hot.
Notes
This one-pan meal is perfect for meal prep; simply store in airtight containers for up to 3-4 days. Feel free to customize with other vegetables like spinach or corn, and adjust spice levels to your preference. Serve over brown rice, quinoa, or with a side salad for a complete meal.