Description
A delightful mix of savory and slightly sweet flavors, this Ground Turkey Butternut Squash Skillet is healthy and filling, perfect for a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the skillet: Begin by heating the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
- Cook the turkey: Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground turkey. Break it apart and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the squash and spices: Stir in the cubed butternut squash and sprinkle the cinnamon, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper over the mixture, stirring to coat evenly.
- Simmer: Pour in the chicken broth and cover the skillet. Lower the heat to medium-low and let it simmer for about 10-12 minutes until the squash is tender.
- Add spinach and serve: Remove the lid, stir in the baby spinach, and cook until wilted. Adjust seasoning and garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
Cook the turkey thoroughly to an internal temperature of 165°F. Use fresh spices for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg