Speedy Tuscan Ground Turkey Skillet
This Speedy Tuscan Ground Turkey Skillet is a quick and flavorful meal perfect for a weeknight dinner. Lean ground turkey is cooked with aromatic onions and garlic, then combined with cherry tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach, all simmered in broth.
Equipment
- large skillet
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey (90% lean)
- 1-2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2-3 cloves garlic minced
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed), drained and chopped
- ½ cup chicken broth or water
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for finishing)
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and brown the ground turkey for 5-7 minutes; drain excess fat and push turkey to one side.
- Add chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, then stir in minced garlic until fragrant.
- Combine the cooked turkey, onion, and garlic, then season generously with salt and black pepper.
- Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and baby spinach, then add chicken broth or water.
- Cover the skillet and simmer for 3-5 minutes until the spinach wilts and tomatoes soften.
- Remove from heat, stir in Parmesan cheese if desired, and garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes with the garlic. This dish pairs well with a side of whole wheat pasta or a simple green salad.