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Ground Turkey Zucchini Chickpea Skillet Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 8 minutes
  • Cook Time: 17 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

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

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.