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Healthy Italian Ground Turkey Skillet Recipe for Easy Dinners

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A quick and easy one-skillet meal packed with lean ground turkey, fresh veggies, and Italian-inspired flavors. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) ground turkey
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 diced onion
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 cup diced bell peppers (any color)
  • 1 cup (150g) diced zucchini
  • 1 can (14.5 oz or 411g) diced tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
  • Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add 1 diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until it becomes translucent.
  3. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and stir for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
  4. Add 1 pound (450g) of ground turkey to the skillet. Use a wooden spoon to break it into smaller pieces as it cooks. Sauté until it’s browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Add 1 cup of diced bell peppers (any color) and 1 cup (150g) of diced zucchini to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the veggies are tender but still have some bite.
  6. Pour in 1 can (14.5 oz or 411g) of diced tomatoes and add 2 tablespoons of tomato paste. Stir well to combine.
  7. Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning and season with salt and pepper to taste. If you like it spicy, add 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes.
  8. Lower the heat and let the mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
  9. Remove the skillet from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh basil.
  10. Serve warm with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese on top, if desired.

Notes

[‘Don’t overcrowd your skillet to ensure even cooking.’, ‘Use fresh basil for the best flavor.’, ‘If your skillet starts to dry out while cooking the veggies, add a splash of water or chicken broth to keep everything moist.’, ‘Customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of red pepper flakes.’, ‘Prep your veggies and measure ingredients ahead of time for a smoother cooking process.’]

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Keywords: healthy, Italian, ground turkey, skillet, one-pan, quick dinner, easy meal, low-fat, gluten-free, meal prep

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