Savory Ground Turkey Zucchini Chickpea Skillet in 25 Minutes

This Ground Turkey Zucchini Chickpea Skillet is a quick, gluten-free one-pan dinner that's flavorful and nourishing.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

1 pound Ground Turkey Swap for ground chicken or beef for variety.
2 medium Zucchini Diced; can use diced bell peppers or spinach.
1 can Chickpeas Drained; substitute with cannellini or white beans.
1 medium Onion Finely chopped; use yellow or white onion.
3 cloves Garlic Minced; garlic powder can be used if needed.

For Cooking

2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can replace with avocado oil.
1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Coriander works as an alternative.
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be used as a substitute.
to taste Salt
to taste Black Pepper

For Garnishing

1 bunch Fresh Parsley Chopped; cilantro can be used for variation.

Equipment

large skillet

Method

Preparation Steps

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add 1 finely chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
Incorporate 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for an additional minute.
Add 1 pound of ground turkey, breaking it apart, and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
Stir in 2 diced zucchinis and 1 can of drained chickpeas, cooking for about 2 minutes.
Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for another 5-7 minutes.
Remove from heat and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 32gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for meal prepping! Store in an airtight container and enjoy leftovers for up to 3 days.

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