Description
This Simple Ground Turkey Pepper Skillet is a quick and healthy one-pan meal featuring lean ground turkey cooked with colorful bell peppers and savory seasonings. Perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner, it combines tender turkey, sweet peppers, and aromatic spices, all simmered together in a skillet for an easy and satisfying dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Vegetables
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
Seasonings and Liquids
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil: Warm 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat to prepare the pan for sautéing the vegetables.
- Sauté the onion: Add the diced yellow onion to the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until it softens and becomes translucent, releasing its flavors.
- Cook the ground turkey: Add 1 pound of ground turkey to the skillet. Break it up with a spatula and cook for about 6 to 8 minutes until it is browned and fully cooked through.
- Season the meat: Sprinkle in garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika if using. Stir to evenly coat the turkey with the seasonings.
- Add the bell peppers: Mix in the diced red, green, and yellow bell peppers. Cook for another 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the peppers begin to soften.
- Combine tomato paste and broth: Stir in 1 tablespoon of tomato paste and 1/4 cup of low-sodium chicken broth. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the mixture to heat through thoroughly.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat and optionally garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy on its own or paired with rice, cauliflower rice, or lettuce wraps for a low-carb option.
Notes
- Substitute ground chicken or beef for ground turkey as desired.
- Add crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy variation.
- Serve over rice, cauliflower rice, or in lettuce wraps for a versatile meal option.