Butternut Squash Skillet with Ground Turkey
User Reviews
4.3
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
315 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Butternut Squash Skillet with Ground Turkey
Description
The recipe begins by heating avocado oil in a skillet and cooking peeled, chopped butternut squash with sliced red onion until they start to soften. Ground turkey is then added in a single piece, seasoned with paprika and ginger, and seared to develop a crust before breaking it up and mixing with the vegetables.
Coconut aminos add a mildly sweet and salty element while chopped rainbow chard contributes leafy greens and texture. The skillet is covered to let the turkey cook through while the vegetables reach the desired tenderness. The cooking finishes uncovered to reduce excess liquid, concentrating flavors.
This dish provides a balanced meal with protein from ground turkey, sweetness from squash, and nutrients from greens. It can be enjoyed on its own or alongside other sides for a filling dinner or lunch.
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp avocado oil
- 3 cups butternut squash peeled and chopped
- 1/2 red onion sliced
- 1 ginger 1.5-inch nub, peeled and grated
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 tsp paprika omit for AIP, ground
- 3 to 4 Tbsp coconut aminos
- 1/2 tsp salt to taste, sea salt
- 2 Rainbow Chard chopped, large leaves
Instructions
- Heat the avocado oil in a large cast iron skillet (or stainless steel) over medium heat. Add the butternut squash and red onion. Cover, and cook 2 to 3 minutes, until veggies begin to soften.
- Scoot the butternut squash and onion off to one side of the skillet and place the raw ground turkey on the surface of the skillet (leave the turkey in one hunk). Sprinkle with paprika and add the ground ginger. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, until the turkey is seared. Carefully flip the turkey and sear on the other side another 2 minutes. Use a spatula to break up the turkey meat and stir it into the rest of the skillet.
- Add the coconut aminos and chopped rainbow chard. Stir everything well and cover the skillet. Cook until the ground turkey is cooked through and vegetables reach desired done-ness, about 4 to 5 minutes.
- Remove the cover and continue cooking until much of the liquid has burned off. Add more coconut aminos and/or sea salt to taste.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 315 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1of 4 | |
| Calories | 315kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 23g | 8% |
| Protein | 26g | 52% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.3
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