Hey, friends!
Looking for a delicious one-pan meal? I’ve got you covered!
Today, I’m sharing my tasty ground turkey butternut squash skillet.
It’s packed with flavor and super easy to whip up.
Perfect for busy weeknights or when you just want something healthy and filling.
Let’s dive into this cozy dish!
Suggestions for Ingredient Substitution
Ground turkey can be replaced with ground chicken or lean ground beef for similar protein content and texture. For a vegetarian option, crumbled firm tofu or plant-based ground meat alternatives work well. Adjust cooking times slightly as needed. Butternut squash can be substituted with sweet potatoes or pumpkin for comparable sweetness and texture. These alternatives offer similar nutritional profiles and cooking properties. Gruyère cheese can be swapped with Emmental, Gouda, or sharp cheddar for comparable melting qualities and flavor depth. For a dairy-free version, use nutritional yeast or a plant-based cheese alternative, though this may alter the final texture slightly. Adjust quantities to taste, as cheese alternatives may have different flavor intensities.
| Preparation Time | 10-15 minutes |
| Cooking Time | 15-20 minutes |
| Total Time | 25-35 minutes |
| Level of Difficulty | Medium |
Estimated Nutrition
Estimated nutrition for the whole recipe (without optional ingredients):
- Calories: 800-900
- Protein: 60-65 g
- Fat: 40-45 g
- Carbohydrates: 40-45 g
Ingredients
- 1 pound minced turkey
- 1 butternut squash, cubed (approximately 3 cups)
- 1/2 cup veggie broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small white onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced or pressed
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 3/4 cup gruyère cheese
- Fresh cilantro and parsley
Step 1: Sauté the Turkey and Vegetables
Begin by heating a little oil in a cast iron skillet over medium heat.
Add ground turkey, chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced bell peppers to the skillet.
Sauté the mixture, stirring occasionally, until the turkey is no longer pink and the vegetables have softened.
Season the mixture with salt, pepper, and paprika to taste, ensuring even distribution of seasoning.
Step 2: Cook the Butternut Squash
Add cubed butternut squash to the skillet along with vegetable broth.
Stir to ensure most of the butternut squash is submerged in the broth.
Cover the skillet with a lid and reduce the heat to medium-low.
Allow the mixture to cook for about 12 minutes or until the butternut squash is tender and cooked through.
Step 3: Bake with Cheese
Once the butternut squash has softened, remove the skillet from the stovetop.
Top the turkey and squash mixture with Gruyère cheese.
Transfer the skillet to a preheated oven at 400°F.
Bake for about 5 minutes or until the cheese has melted and is bubbly.
Step 4: Garnish and Serve
Remove the skillet from the oven carefully, as it will be hot.
Garnish the finished dish with freshly chopped cilantro or parsley.
Serve immediately and enjoy this hearty and savory meal.
