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Ground Turkey Zucchini Chickpea Skillet

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 2 medium zucchinis, diced
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the ground turkey, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook until fully browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Mix in the diced zucchini, chickpeas, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper, stirring to coat everything evenly.
  6. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini is tender and the flavors blend together.
  7. Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve warm.
  • Author: Dorothy Miler