Ground Turkey Zucchini Chickpea Skillet
A quick and nourishing one-skillet meal that combines ground turkey, seasonal zucchini, and chickpeas, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey Lean protein
- 2 medium zucchinis, diced Fresh seasonal produce
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed Canned for convenience
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped Adds flavor
- 2 cloves garlic, minced For aroma and taste
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes Use fresh in season if preferred
Spices and seasonings
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- to taste Salt and freshly ground pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil For cooking
Garnish
- to taste Fresh parsley or cilantro For garnishing
- optional red pepper flakes For added heat
Instructions
Preparation
- Prep everything first: dice zucchini, chop the onion, mince the garlic, and rinse the chickpeas.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Cooking
- Sauté the onion for 3–4 minutes until translucent, then add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the ground turkey, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook for 6–8 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in the spices (cumin, smoked paprika, oregano) and cook for 1 minute to bloom the flavors.
- Add the diced zucchini, chickpeas, and tomatoes. Stir to combine and let simmer for 8–10 minutes until zucchini is tender and the sauce has slightly reduced.
- Season to taste with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro and serve warm.
Notes
Use a large skillet to avoid overcrowding. Rinse canned chickpeas to remove excess sodium. If zucchini is watery, salt and let drain for 10 minutes before cooking.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 500mgFiber: 7gSugar: 4g
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!