Description
A quick, hearty, and healthy weeknight meal featuring crispy diced potatoes, savory ground turkey, and melted cheese, all cooked in a single skillet for easy cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground turkey (93/7 or 99/0)
- 2 medium russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, diced into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Wash and dice the potatoes, onion, and bell peppers into 1/2-inch cubes. Mince the garlic. Prep takes about 5-7 minutes.
- Place a large 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and heat until shimmering (1-2 minutes).
- Add diced potatoes to the skillet in an even layer. Cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes to develop a crust, then stir occasionally and cook for another 5-7 minutes until tender. Add a splash of broth if dry. Total time: 10-12 minutes.
- Push potatoes to the side. Add onion and bell peppers to the cleared space. Cook for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it into small crumbles. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring frequently, until browned and cooked through. Drain excess liquid if necessary.
- Sprinkle paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper over the mixture. Stir to combine and cook for 1-2 minutes to bloom spices.
- Reduce heat to low. Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the top. Cover with a lid and let sit for 2-3 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from heat. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
Ensure potatoes are diced uniformly for even cooking. Do not crowd the pan to allow potatoes to crisp rather than steam. Use fresh garlic for best flavor. Leftovers store in the fridge for up to 3 days. Do not freeze as potatoes may become mushy.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the skillet
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 22
Keywords: ground turkey, one skillet dinner, quick weeknight meals, healthy dinner, crispy potatoes, easy family meals, gluten-free dinner