I remember those frantic weeknights, staring into the fridge, utterly defeated by the thought of another elaborate meal. That’s when I first stumbled upon the magic of a good skillet dinner, and this Low Fat Ground Turkey Skillet quickly became my secret weapon. It’s truly a superhero of a dish – quick to assemble, incredibly adaptable, and surprisingly satisfying, all while keeping things light and healthy. If you’re looking for that
Classic Low Fat Ground Turkey Skillet
This classic low-fat ground turkey skillet is a quick and healthy meal packed with vegetables and savory flavors. It’s perfect for a weeknight dinner and can be easily customized with your favorite ingredients.
Equipment
- Large, deep skillet or Dutch oven
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound lean ground turkey (93/7 or 99/1 recommended for low fat)
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 bell pepper (any color), chopped
- 1 cup zucchini or yellow squash chopped
- 1 diced tomatoes (14.5 ounce) can, undrained
- 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley or cilantro Optional: for garnish
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- Heat a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
- Add ground turkey to the hot skillet, break it up, and cook until no longer pink (5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat if needed, then push turkey to one side.
- To the other side of the skillet, add chopped onion and bell pepper, sautéing for 3-5 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and chopped zucchini/squash, cooking for 2 more minutes until fragrant.
- Stir together the cooked turkey and vegetables. Pour in diced tomatoes with liquid and chicken or vegetable broth, then stir in Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 5-7 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp and flavors meld.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro if desired, and serve hot.
Notes
For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the Italian seasoning. This dish also works well with other ground meats like lean ground chicken. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.