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Italian Ground Turkey Skillet

Italian Ground Turkey Skillet

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A quick, one-pan meal with ground turkey, white beans, spinach, and Italian seasonings. Ready in 25 minutes!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian, Mediterranean
Servings 4
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound | Ground turkey | 93% lean
  • 1 can 15 oz | Cannellini beans | Drained and rinsed
  • 1 can 14.5 oz | Fire-roasted diced tomatoes | With juice
  • 3 cups | Fresh spinach | Packed
  • 1 medium | Onion | Diced
  • 1 medium | Bell pepper | Diced
  • 2 cloves | Garlic | Minced
  • 1 tablespoon | Italian seasoning | For flavor
  • 2 tablespoons | Olive oil | For cooking
  • ½ cup | Parmesan cheese | Grated for topping
  • Salt and pepper | To taste

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet. Sauté onion and bell pepper for 4-5 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Add ground turkey, breaking it apart, and cook for 5-6 minutes until browned. Drain excess liquid if needed.
  • Stir in Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Add beans and tomatoes. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Add spinach in batches, stirring until wilted. Sprinkle with Parmesan and cover briefly to melt.
  • Serve warm, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.

Notes

  • Substitute chickpeas for cannellini beans if preferred.
  • Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat gently in a skillet.
Keyword Healthy Recipe, Italian Ground Turkey Skillet, One-Pan Meal, Quick Dinner, Weeknight Dinner