Greek Ground Turkey Skillet (Easy, Healthy One-Pan Dinner)
Servings: people
This Greek Ground Turkey Skillet is an easy one-pan dinner packed with lean protein, Mediterranean flavor, zucchini, chickpeas, and feta. Perfect for busy weeknights and meal prep.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika + ½ teaspoon ground cumin optional
- 1 small red onion diced
- 2 medium zucchini diced – about 4 cups
- 3 cloves garlic minced/grated
- 1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed – 15 oz / 400 g can
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ¾ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper or red pepper flakes
- ½ cup water or vegetable broth
- ⅓ cup crumbled feta or more to taste
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
- Cook the turkey: Heat 1 tablespoons olive oil oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.Add 1 pound lean ground turkey and break it apart with a spoon. Season with 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, ½ teaspoon cumin (if using), ¾ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Cook for about 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and fully cooked. Transfer the turkey to a plate.
- Cook the vegetables: In the same skillet, add a drizzle more oil, 1 small red onion, 2 medium zucchini, and 1 can chickpeas.Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften and the chickpeas start to look lightly golden.Stir in 3 cloves garlic, 2 tablespoons tomato paste, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, and red pepper flakes if using. Cook for 1 minute, stirring often, until fragrant.
- Combine everything: Pour in ½ cup water or broth and stir well to coat the vegetables and chickpeas in the tomato mixture.Return the turkey to the skillet and cook for 2 more minutes until everything is hot and flavorful.
- Finish and serve: Turn off the heat and stir in ⅓ cup crumbled feta and 2 tablespoons lemon juice.Taste and adjust the salt, pepper, or lemon juice. Serve warm.Optional toppings include diced cucumber, olives, a dollop of Greek yogurt or tzatziki, and extra feta.Serve on its own or with rice, quinoa, couscous, or warm pita.
Notes
Substitutions
- Ground turkey → Ground chicken or lean ground beef
- Olive oil → Avocado oil
- Smoked paprika and cumin → Regular paprika
- Red onion → Yellow onion or white onion
- Zucchini → Yellow squash or eggplant
- Garlic → Garlic-infused olive oil
- Chickpeas → White beans or lentils
- Tomato paste → Crushed tomatoes
- Oregano → Italian seasoning
- Feta cheese → Goat cheese or parmesan
- Lemon juice → Red wine vinegar
