Description
As a busy mom, I know the struggle of getting dinner on the table amidst a flurry of daily chaos. That’s where my go-to recipe for ground turkey with potatoes shines! It’s a delightful one-pan meal that’s not only easy to whip up, but it’s also packed with flavor. Imagine tender potatoes mingling with seasoned turkey and aromatic herbs. This dish becomes a quick solution for those hectic days when you want to whip up something nourishing and delicious for your loved ones. Trust me, it’s a meal everyone will appreciate!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 4 medium potatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
- Peel and dice the potatoes into small cubes, about 1/2 inch in size.
- Add the olive oil to the skillet and swirl to coat the bottom.
- Once the oil is hot, add the diced potatoes to the skillet.
- Cook the potatoes for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften and turn golden brown.
- While the potatoes cook, peel and finely chop the onion.
- Peel and mince the garlic cloves.
- Once the potatoes are done, remove them from the skillet and set them aside.
- In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and garlic.
- Cook the onion and garlic for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion becomes translucent.
- Add the ground turkey to the skillet with the onion and garlic.
- Break up the turkey into smaller pieces as it cooks, stirring frequently for about 6-8 minutes, until the turkey is fully cooked and no longer pink.
- Add the dried thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the skillet with the turkey.
- Stir the seasonings into the turkey mixture, ensuring an even distribution of flavor.
- Return the cooked potatoes to the skillet with the turkey and onions.
- Pour the chicken broth into the skillet and stir to combine.
- Reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet.
- Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the chopped fresh parsley.
- Serve the ground turkey and potatoes hot, garnished with extra parsley if desired.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, consider adding crushed red pepper flakes.
- You can substitute sweet potatoes for a healthier option.
- This dish is excellent for meal prep and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg