Turkey and Zucchini Skillet (Print Version)

A flavorful one-pan wonder combining savory ground turkey with fresh zucchini, herbs, and Parmesan for a quick weeknight meal.

# Ingredients:

01 - 1 pound ground turkey
02 - 2 medium zucchinis
03 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
04 - 1 medium onion
05 - 2 cloves garlic
06 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
07 - 1 teaspoon salt
08 - 1 teaspoon black pepper
09 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
10 - 1/2 cup chicken broth
11 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
02 - Peel and finely chop the onion.
03 - Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté until it becomes soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
04 - Peel and mince the garlic cloves.
05 - Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
06 - Crumble the ground turkey into the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
07 - Cook the ground turkey for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it is fully browned and no longer pink.
08 - Wash the zucchinis.
09 - Trim the ends of the zucchinis and cut them in half lengthwise. Slice each half into half-moon shapes about 1/4 inch thick.
10 - Add the sliced zucchini to the skillet with the ground turkey mixture.
11 - Stir the zucchini into the meat and cook for 4-5 minutes, until the zucchini starts to soften but still retains some firmness.
12 - Sprinkle the dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes over the skillet mixture.
13 - Pour the chicken broth into the skillet, stirring everything to combine.
14 - Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
15 - Once the zucchini is tender and the broth has reduced slightly, sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the skillet.
16 - Stir the cheese into the mixture until it melts and coats the turkey and zucchini evenly. Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or red pepper flakes if desired. Serve immediately.

# Additional Notes:

01 - The zucchini will release moisture as it cooks, so avoid adding too much broth to prevent the dish from becoming too watery.
02 - For added flavor, you can swap chicken broth with vegetable broth or white wine.
03 - If you prefer a crispier texture, sauté the zucchini in a separate pan for a few minutes before adding it to the turkey.
04 - Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best melt and texture.
05 - You can add a squeeze of lemon juice at the end for extra brightness.

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