Description
This Ground Turkey Zucchini Chickpea Skillet is a quick and nutritious one-pan meal perfect for busy weeknights. Packed with lean ground turkey, fresh zucchini, and protein-rich chickpeas, this dish blends warm spices like cumin and paprika for a flavorful, wholesome dinner that can be on your table in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Vegetables
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 zucchinis, diced
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasoning and Garnish
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the oil and sauté aromatics: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and cook until they are softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Brown the ground turkey: Add the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Continue cooking until the turkey is fully browned and no longer pink, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Add zucchini and chickpeas: Stir in the diced zucchini and rinsed chickpeas. Cook together for 5 to 7 minutes, until the zucchini softens and begins to release its moisture.
- Season the skillet: Sprinkle in cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well to evenly coat all ingredients with the spices and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to blend flavors.
- Garnish and serve: Remove pan from heat, garnish the skillet with freshly chopped parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving.
- You can substitute ground turkey with ground chicken or lean ground beef if preferred.
- Serve over rice, quinoa, or alongside crusty bread for a complete meal.
- To make it spicier, add a pinch of red pepper flakes when cooking.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
