Easy Ground Turkey and Peppers Skillet
This simple skillet combines lean ground turkey, bell peppers, garlic, and herbs in a light tomato and olive oil sauce. It’s a one-pan, 25-minute meal that’s healthy, hearty, and versatile — serve it with rice, quinoa, or in wraps!
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
1 lb (450g) ground turkey
2 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 small onion, chopped
3 bell peppers (any color), sliced thin
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp smoked paprika
2 tbsp tomato paste or ½ cup diced tomatoes
1 tbsp soy sauce or balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or basil
1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
Cook the Turkey
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add ground turkey, breaking it apart with a spatula.
Cook 5–7 minutes until browned and no longer pink.
Season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
Add Vegetables
Add onion and garlic. Saute for 2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in sliced bell peppers and cook for another 5–6 minutes until tender.
Add Flavor
Mix in tomato paste (or diced tomatoes) and Italian seasoning.
Stir well and let cook 2–3 minutes so flavors combine.
Add soy sauce or balsamic vinegar if desired for a richer flavor.
Finish and Serve
Add fresh herbs and a squeeze of lemon juice.
Taste and adjust salt or seasoning as needed.
Serve warm right from the skillet!
Serving Suggestions
Over steamed rice, quinoa, or couscous
With whole-grain pasta or in lettuce wraps
Topped with a dollop of Greek yogurt or tzatziki for a Mediterranean twist
Tips
You can add zucchini, mushrooms, or spinach for extra vegetables.
Use ground chicken or beef instead of turkey if preferred.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days — perfect for meal prep!
Nutritional Information
Calories: 330 kcal
Protein: 32g
Carbs: 10g
Fat: 18g
Fiber: 2g