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Quick Ground Turkey Skillet – A Fast, Flavorful Weeknight Dinner

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  • Author: Ashley
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Quick Ground Turkey Skillet is a weeknight lifesaver—easy, flavorful, and made in one pan! With lean protein, fresh veggies, and pantry spices, it’s a fast, wholesome meal you can throw together in under 30 minutes.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped (any color)
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: shredded cheese, fresh herbs for garnish

Instructions

1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Let it heat for about a minute.

2. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for about 3-5 minutes until they start to soften and turn golden.

3. Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Break it up with a spatula and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

4. Sprinkle in the garlic powder, onion powder, soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Stir well to coat everything.

5. Fold in the spinach and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until wilted and fully incorporated.

6. If desired, sprinkle shredded cheese on top during the last minute of cooking.

7. Serve hot. Enjoy this fast and healthy skillet meal!


Notes

Feel free to add any leftover vegetables you need to use up—they’ll blend right in! For added richness, sprinkle on shredded cheese at the end or garnish with fresh herbs. This dish is customizable and great for meal prep.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Fat: 10g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Protein: 20g