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An extreme close-up shot of the healthy skillet meal, showing the texture of the cooked ground turkey and vibrant green zucchini.

Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet (Quick & Healthy!)

A quick, healthy, and flavorful Ground Turkey and Zucchini Skillet recipe perfect for a busy weeknight. This one-pan meal is low-carb, packed with protein and veggies, and ready in under 30 minutes. Learn the secret to perfectly cooked, non-mushy zucchini!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 395
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 lb Lean Ground Turkey 93/7 recommended
  • 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp Salt or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper or to taste
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) Petite Diced Tomatoes undrained
  • 2 medium Zucchini diced into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet
  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 1 Knife

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, until softened.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Break it apart with a spoon and cook until fully browned.
  4. Stir in the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Pour in the undrained diced tomatoes and stir to combine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  5. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then add the diced zucchini. Stir, cover the skillet, and cook for 5-7 minutes, until the zucchini is tender-crisp.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Tip 1: For best results, use freshly grated Parmesan cheese. It melts much better than pre-shredded varieties.
Tip 2: Don't overcook the zucchini! It should still have a slight bite to it for the best texture.
Tip 3: This dish is great for meal prep. Store in individual containers for an easy lunch or dinner throughout the week.