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Italian Turkey Zucchini Skillet

A quick and easy one-pan meal featuring lean ground turkey, fresh zucchini, bell peppers, and tomatoes with Italian seasonings. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 2 medium zucchinis, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Heat your olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Toss in your chopped onion and minced garlic. Give them a stir and let them get fragrant and the onion nice and translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Add your ground turkey to the skillet. Use your spatula to break it up into nice, bite-sized pieces. Let it cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it’s all browned and cooked through. Drain off any excess grease if you need to.
  3. Step 3: Stir in your diced zucchini and chopped bell pepper. Cook them for about 5 minutes, just until they start to soften up a bit.
  4. Step 4: Pour in the undrained diced tomatoes. Add the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Give everything a good stir to combine all those wonderful flavors. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and the flavors to meld.
  5. Step 5: Once it's simmered and smelling amazing, take the skillet off the heat. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese all over the top. Garnish with some fresh basil for a burst of color and freshness. Serve immediately.

Notes

This recipe is naturally gluten-free. For a richer sauce, stir in a splash of heavy cream or a dollop of cream cheese at the end. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave, adding a tablespoon or two of water or broth if it seems dry.