Hearty Turkey Skillet (Printable)

A hearty one-pan meal with ground turkey and vegetables, perfectly seasoned for a quick and nutritious dinner option.

# What You Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 1.1 lbs ground turkey

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 medium yellow onion, diced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
05 - 1 zucchini, diced
06 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
07 - 1 cup frozen corn kernels
08 - 2 cups baby spinach

→ Pantry & Seasonings

09 - 2 tbsp olive oil
10 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
11 - 1/2 tsp ground cumin
12 - 1/2 tsp dried oregano
13 - 1/4 tsp chili flakes (optional)
14 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Garnish

15 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
16 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, omit for dairy-free)

# How To Make:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and sauté for 3 minutes until softened.
02 - Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
03 - Add ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until browned and cooked through, about 5–6 minutes.
04 - Stir in bell pepper, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes. Cook for 4–5 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
05 - Add corn, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, chili flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix well.
06 - Fold in baby spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
07 - If using, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the skillet. Cover and let melt for 2 minutes.
08 - Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Everything cooks in a single pan, meaning youll spend more time enjoying dinner and less time scrubbing dishes afterward.
  • The combination of lean protein and rainbow vegetables makes this a complete meal that wont leave you feeling like youre missing something.
02 -
  • Dont overcrowd your skillet or the vegetables will steam rather than develop those lovely browned edges that contribute so much flavor.
  • Adding the spinach right at the end preserves its bright green color and prevents it from turning into an unappealing olive-brown mush.
03 -
  • Toast the spices in the hot oil for about 30 seconds before adding the vegetables to intensify their flavor throughout the dish.
  • If your skillet starts looking dry at any point, add a splash of chicken broth rather than more oil to maintain moisture without adding extra fat.

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