Description
This Ground Turkey Dinner recipe is a healthy and flavorful one-pan meal perfect for easy weeknight dinners. Lean ground turkey is sautéed with fresh vegetables including bell pepper, zucchini, and broccoli, infused with Italian seasoning and a savory tomato-soy sauce. Topped with melted mozzarella cheese and garnished with fresh parsley, this dish offers a well-rounded, nutritious, and satisfying dinner option that is also gluten-free.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Vegetables
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
Seasonings and Liquids
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 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
Finishing Touches
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until softened, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.
- Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, careful not to burn it.
- Cook the Turkey: Add the ground turkey to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon. Continue cooking for 6 to 8 minutes until the turkey is browned and fully cooked through, with no pink remaining.
- Incorporate Vegetables: Stir in the diced red bell pepper, zucchini, and broccoli florets. Cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables become slightly tender but still retain some crispness.
- Season the Dish: Season with salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, paprika, and red pepper flakes if using. Mix well to coat the vegetables and turkey evenly.
- Add Sauce Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the low sodium chicken broth, tomato paste, and soy sauce. Pour this mixture into the skillet, stir thoroughly, and let it simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly, melding all flavors together.
- Finish with Cheese: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the skillet contents. Cover the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese melts completely.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve the dish hot, optionally over rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice for a complete meal.
Notes
- Vegetables can be swapped based on availability; mushrooms, spinach, or green beans work well too.
- Serve over rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice to make it a full meal.
- For a dairy-free alternative, omit the mozzarella cheese or substitute with a dairy-free cheese.
