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Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet Dinner

A quick and delicious one-pan meal featuring ground turkey and zucchini, seasoned to perfection with Italian herbs.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground turkey Look for lean ground turkey if avoiding excess fat.
  • 2 medium zucchinis, diced Can be substituted with summer squash.
  • 1 medium onion, chopped Use shallots for milder flavor.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Garlic powder can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 medium bell pepper, diced Feel free to use whatever bell pepper color you prefer.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Taco seasoning can also be used for a twist.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Season according to preference.

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Heat a couple of tablespoons of oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion turns translucent and the garlic is fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Incorporate the ground turkey into the skillet, cooking until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
  4. Toss in the diced zucchini and bell pepper, stirring together and cooking until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Sprinkle in the Italian seasoning along with salt and pepper to taste, mixing thoroughly for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Serve warm with your favorite side or enjoy on its own.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. This dish can also be frozen for up to three months.