Description
A hearty and flavorful ground turkey skillet dish with golden-browned potatoes, seasoned with garlic, onion, paprika, and thyme, simmered in chicken broth for a comforting one-pan meal perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 4 medium potatoes
- 1 medium onion
- 2 cloves garlic
Seasonings and Liquids
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the skillet: Heat a large skillet over medium heat to prepare for cooking the potatoes and turkey.
- Prepare potatoes: Peel and dice the potatoes into small cubes, about 1/2 inch each, ensuring even cooking.
- Cook potatoes: Add the olive oil to the heated skillet and cook the diced potatoes for 8-10 minutes until they turn golden brown and slightly crispy.
- Prepare aromatics: While the potatoes cook, chop the onion finely and mince the garlic to enhance the dish’s flavor.
- Sauté onion and garlic: Remove the browned potatoes from the skillet and set them aside. In the same skillet, sauté the onion and garlic until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Cook ground turkey: Add the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook thoroughly for 6-8 minutes until no longer pink.
- Season the turkey: Stir in dried thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper to evenly season the meat and aromatics.
- Combine potatoes and liquid: Return the cooked potatoes to the skillet with the turkey mixture. Pour in the chicken broth and mix everything together evenly.
- Simmer: Cover the skillet and reduce the heat to low. Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld and potatoes to soften slightly.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat, garnish with freshly chopped parsley, and serve the hearty ground turkey and potato skillet hot.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes when sautéing the onion and garlic.
- You can substitute sweet potatoes for a different twist and slightly sweeter flavor.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, reduce the chicken broth amount or cook uncovered for a few extra minutes to evaporate excess liquid.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or steamed green vegetables for a balanced meal.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated on stovetop or microwave.
