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Cozy Ground Turkey Zucchini Chickpea Skillet


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  • Author: Chef Emma
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A comforting skillet dish made with ground turkey, zucchini, and chickpeas, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 2 medium zucchinis, diced
  • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until soft and fragrant.
  3. Stir in the ground turkey, cooking until it’s beautifully browned and crumbly.
  4. Next, add the diced zucchini and chickpeas, stirring to combine all the delicious textures.
  5. Season with cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to taste, allowing the spices to mingle.
  6. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, until the zucchini is tender yet still has a nice bite.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot, drizzling a little extra olive oil if desired.

Notes

Feel free to customize with different spices or veggies depending on what you have on hand. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg