Description
This Garlic Butter Ground Turkey with Cauliflower Skillet is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for a quick weeknight meal. Tender ground turkey is cooked with garlic, onions, and cauliflower, then finished with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley for a delicious low-carb dinner option.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into small florets
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and butter: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil and butter.
- Cook ground turkey: Add the ground turkey to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
- Add garlic and onion: Stir in the minced garlic and chopped onion, cooking until fragrant and softened.
- Include cauliflower and seasonings: Add the cauliflower florets, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
- Pour in broth and cook: Pour in the chicken broth, cover, and cook for 8-10 minutes until cauliflower is tender.
- Finish with cheese: Remove the lid, allow excess liquid to cook off, then sprinkle in Parmesan cheese and stir.
- Garnish and serve: Adjust seasoning if needed, garnish with parsley, and serve.
Notes
- You can substitute ground chicken for turkey if preferred.
- Add spinach or kale for extra greens.
- For a dairy-free version, use olive oil only and omit the Parmesan cheese or use a plant-based alternative.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
