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Italian Ground Turkey and Veggie Skillet

A healthy and delicious one-skillet meal featuring ground turkey, colorful vegetables, and Italian spices, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2.5 lb ground turkey Lean protein choice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil For cooking
  • ½ cup water
  • 6 oz tomato paste
  • ½ yellow onion chopped
  • 2 zucchini sliced
  • 2 bell peppers chopped
Seasoning for Turkey
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp basil
Seasoning for Vegetables
  • 1 tsp garlic salt
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • ½ tsp basil
  • ½ tsp chili powder
  • ¼ tsp paprika

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by heating a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the ground turkey to the pan and cook until browned. Drain any excess fat.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the salt, pepper, chili powder, oregano, paprika, onion powder, and basil. Once the turkey is browned, sprinkle the seasoning mix over it and stir well. Set aside.
Cooking
  1. In the same saucepan, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Once hot, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant.
  2. Add the sliced zucchini and chopped bell peppers to the pan. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until they begin to soften.
  3. Combine veggie seasonings: garlic salt, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, basil, chili powder, and paprika. Sprinkle over the vegetables and stir well. Cook for another 5 minutes until tender.
  4. Add the browned turkey back into the pan with the cooked vegetables. Lower the heat to medium-low.
  5. Stir in the tomato paste and water. Mix until well combined and create a rich sauce.
  6. Allow to simmer for about 5 minutes to meld flavors together. Serve garnished with cheese if desired.

Notes

This dish can be served over rice or quinoa, with bread, as tacos, or alongside a fresh salad. Allow leftovers to cool, store in airtight containers, and refrigerate for 3-4 days or freeze for longer storage.