Ground Turkey Zucchini Chickpea Skillet Recipe
This Ground Turkey Zucchini Chickpea Skillet is a vibrant, one-pan wonder that delivers a satisfying meal in under 30 minutes. The combination of lean protein, fresh zucchini, and hearty chickpeas creates a dish that’s both nourishing and deeply flavorful. After testing numerous skillet dinners, I’ve found this recipe’s balance of smoky paprika and cumin to be a consistent crowd-pleaser, making it a reliable staple for any busy weeknight.
PrintGround Turkey Zucchini Chickpea Skillet
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 medium zucchinis, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the ground turkey, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook until fully browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Mix in the diced zucchini, chickpeas, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper, stirring to coat everything evenly.
- Cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini is tender and the flavors blend together.
- Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve warm.
🍳
Get our 10 best recipes — free
Join the Receipster newsletter and we’ll send you Dorothy’s 10 most-loved recipes as a free PDF.
Free PDF + new recipes every week. Unsubscribe anytime.
