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Ground Turkey Zucchini Chickpea Skillet: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe


  • Author: Chef Ethan Sam
  • Total Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

– 1 pound ground turkey
– 2 medium zucchinis, diced
– 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
– 1 small onion, chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 1 teaspoon cumin
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ¼ teaspoon black pepper
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
– Lemon wedges (for serving, optional)


Instructions

Creating a delicious Ground Turkey Zucchini Chickpea Skillet is simple when you follow these steps:

1. Heat Olive Oil: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Sauté Onion and Garlic: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
3. Add Ground Turkey: Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground turkey to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula, about 5-6 minutes.
4. Season the Mixture: Stir in the paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to ensure the turkey is evenly coated with spices.
5. Incorporate Zucchini: Add the diced zucchini to the skillet. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini is tender.
6. Add Chickpeas: Fold in the drained and rinsed chickpeas. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through and well combined.
7. Garnish: Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle fresh parsley over the top for a fresh touch.
8. Serve: Transfer to serving plates or bowls and serve with lemon wedges if desired.

Following these simple steps will help you create a dish that is not only easy to prepare but also bursting with flavor!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Fat: 12g
  • Protein: 28g