Description
A nutritious and flavorful Ground Turkey Zucchini Chickpea Skillet that comes together in just 25 minutes. This skillet meal combines lean ground turkey, fresh zucchini, and hearty chickpeas, seasoned with cumin and paprika for a delicious and easy-to-make dinner perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
Vegetables
- 2 zucchinis, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings & Oils
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the aromatics: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions and minced garlic, cooking until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Cook the ground turkey: Add the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it up into crumbles as it cooks. Continue cooking until the turkey is fully browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add vegetables and chickpeas: Stir in the diced zucchini and drained chickpeas. Cook everything together for 5-7 minutes, or until the zucchini has softened but still maintains a slight bite.
- Season the skillet: Sprinkle cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper over the mixture. Stir well to evenly distribute the spices and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving.
- You can substitute ground turkey with ground chicken or lean ground beef if preferred.
- To keep the zucchini crisp, avoid overcooking during the last step.
- Serve this dish on its own, over rice, or with warm pita bread for a more filling meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
