Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and no pink remains. Drain off any excess grease.1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 pound lean ground turkey
- Add the chopped onion to the skillet with the browned turkey. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion has softened, about 3-5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant, being careful not not to burn it.1 pound lean ground turkey, 1 medium onion, 2 cloves garlic
- Add the diced zucchini and red bell pepper to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are slightly tender, about 5-7 minutes. You want them to retain a slight crispness.2 medium zucchinis, 1 red bell pepper
- Pour in the undrained diced tomatoes and chicken broth. Stir in the Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, 1/2 cup chicken broth, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender and the sauce has slightly thickened. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Taste the skillet and adjust the salt and pepper as needed.1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Ladle the Ground Turkey Zucchini Skillet into bowls. Garnish with shredded Parmesan cheese and fresh basil or parsley, if desired.1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, fresh basil or parsley
Notes
Allow the skillet to cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat individual portions in a microwave-safe dish until heated through, stirring halfway. Alternatively, you can gently reheat the skillet on the stovetop over low heat, adding a splash more broth or water if it seems dry. For longer storage, cool the skillet completely, then portion it into freezer-safe containers or heavy-duty freezer bags. It can be frozen for up to 2-3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating as directed above.
