One-Pot Turkey Taco Zucchini (Printer View)

Lean turkey and zucchini combine with bold spices in a quick, flavorful skillet dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Meats

01 - 1 lb lean ground turkey

→ Vegetables

02 - 2 medium zucchinis, diced
03 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
04 - 1 small red onion, finely chopped
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
07 - 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)

→ Spices & Seasonings

08 - 2 teaspoons chili powder
09 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
10 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
11 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
12 - 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
13 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
14 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

→ Other

15 - 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
16 - 1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
17 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
18 - Juice of 1 lime
19 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

# Method Steps:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
02 - Add ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes until fully browned and cooked through.
03 - Stir in diced red bell pepper, zucchini, and jalapeño if using. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
04 - Sprinkle chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes over the mixture. Mix well to coat the meat and vegetables thoroughly.
05 - Add halved cherry tomatoes and chicken broth to the skillet. Stir to combine, bring to a simmer, and cook uncovered for 5 to 7 minutes until most liquid has evaporated and zucchini is tender.
06 - Remove skillet from heat. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the surface and cover for 1 to 2 minutes until melted.
07 - Top with fresh cilantro and squeeze lime juice over the skillet. Serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish.
  • Perfect for low-carb and gluten-free diets.
  • High in protein with 32g per serving to keep you satisfied.
  • One-pot cooking means very little washing up after dinner.
02 -
  • Always check labels for hidden allergens if using store-bought broth or cheese.
  • Covering the skillet for the final minute is the secret to perfectly melted cheese without drying out the turkey.
  • Adjust the heat levels by keeping or removing the seeds from the jalapeño.
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