Description
This Ground Turkey Zucchini Chickpea Skillet is a quick, flavorful, and nutritious one-pan meal perfect for busy weeknights. Combining lean ground turkey, tender zucchini, and protein-packed chickpeas with aromatic spices, this skillet dish delivers a wholesome and satisfying dinner 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
Spices and Oil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté aromatics: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions and minced garlic, cooking until they become soft and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Cook the ground turkey: Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Cook it thoroughly until browned all over, breaking it up into small crumbles with a spatula as it cooks, about 6-8 minutes.
- Add vegetables and legumes: Stir in the diced zucchini and rinsed chickpeas. Continue cooking for 5-7 minutes until the zucchini softens but still retains a bit of texture.
- Season the mixture: Sprinkle cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper evenly over the skillet contents. Stir well to combine and let the flavors meld for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving warm.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red chili flakes along with the cumin and paprika.
- Serve over rice, quinoa, or with warm flatbread for a more filling meal.
- You can substitute ground chicken or lean beef if preferred.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 3 days.
- For extra veggies, consider adding diced bell peppers or spinach in step 3.