Ground Turkey Zucchini Chickpea Skillet
A comforting skillet meal marrying wholesome ingredients with vibrant flavors, ideal for family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 2 medium zucchinis, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Continue cooking until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the diced zucchini and chickpeas, followed by paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the zucchini is tender.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Can be frozen for up to three months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg