Ground Turkey with Potatoes: A Hearty Skillet Classic
If you’re craving a comforting and hearty meal that’s quick to prepare, Ground Turkey with Potatoes: A Hearty Skillet Classic is your perfect solution. This one-pan dish combines savory ground turkey, tender potatoes, and vibrant peas, all seasoned with aromatic spices for maximum flavor. It’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights when you want something satisfying without spending hours in the kitchen. Best of all, it’s flexible—feel free to add your favorite vegetables or adjust the spices to suit your taste. Gather your loved ones around the table and enjoy this nourishing meal that’s sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups diced potatoes
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté the onions until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add ground turkey, breaking it apart as it cooks until golden brown (7-10 minutes). Season with cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in diced potatoes and cover. Cook for about 15 minutes until potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally.
- Add frozen peas and cook for another 5 minutes until heated through.
- Optionally garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg