Ground Turkey and Potatoes Skillet – Ground Turkey Recipes Healthy
This ground turkey and potatoes skillet is one of those weeknight meals I reach for when I’m running on fumes, and the fridge is giving me the side-eye. It's hearty, it’s healthy, and it all comes together in a single pan. Yes, just one. Which means fewer dishes, and frankly, that’s the real win here.
We’re talking juicy ground turkey, golden potatoes, and just enough seasoning to wake up your taste buds without making you feel like you need to chug a gallon of water afterward. This recipe lands perfectly in the middle of ground turkey recipes healthy, healthy ground turkey recipes for dinner, and even sneaks into quick healthy ground turkey recipes when you're in a pinch.
And let’s be honest, anything with ground turkey and broccoli has a bit of a 'I'm taking care of myself' energy. But toss in some paprika, garlic, and onions, and now it’s actually something I look forward to. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or whispering 'please eat this' to a toddler, this healthy dinner recipe for two ground turkey edition might just save the day.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1/2 yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 2 medium russet potatoes, diced small
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup water or low-sodium broth
- Fresh parsley or green onion for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook until no longer pink, breaking it up with a spatula.
- Add the diced onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Cook for 3–4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Toss in the diced potatoes, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir everything to coat.
- Pour in the water or broth, cover the skillet, and lower the heat slightly. Let it simmer for 12–15 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Uncover the skillet and let any excess liquid cook off for another 2–3 minutes. Stir occasionally so nothing sticks.
- Garnish with parsley or green onion if you're feeling fancy. Serve warm!