Cheesy Ground Turkey Rice Skillet with Marinara Sauce

Name: Cheesy Ground Turkey Rice Skillet with Marinara Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 serving
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 large yellow onion; 4 garlic cloves; 1 lb ground turkey; 1 small zucchini; 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning; Kosher salt and black pepper; Crushed red pepper flakes optional; 25 oz marinara sauce; 1 cup Cooked brown rice or white rice; 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese; Finely chopped basil

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Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings
6
Calories
257 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
American

Cheesy Ground Turkey Rice Skillet with Marinara Sauce

Iris Warren

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This is a perfect weeknight dinner that delivers big on flavor with minimal effort. Packed with lean protein, whole grains, and a melty cheese topping, it’s a meal that’s both satisfying and nutritious.

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Ingredients

Servings

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 large yellow onion, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 lb ground turkey,
1 small zucchini, shredded (1/2 cup)
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
Crushed red pepper flakes optional, to taste
25 oz marinara sauce
1 cup Cooked brown rice or white rice
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
Finely chopped basil, for garnish

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Instructions

In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium high heat. Add the onion and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is tender. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
Add the ground turkey and cook, stirring and breaking apart the turkey with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the shredded zucchini, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and crushed pepper flakes. Cook for 2 minutes.
Add the marinara sauce, cooked rice, and 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella. Stir until combined and cheese is melted. Top with remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
Preheat the broiler. Place the skillet under the broiler for 2 to 3 minutes or until cheese is melted and slightly browned. Watch closely. Remove from oven and garnish with fresh basil. Serve.

Notes

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days. You can also freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 257kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 18g (6%) Protein 26g (52%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 4g Trans Fat 0.01g Cholesterol 60mg (20%) Sodium 792mg (33%) Potassium 732mg (21%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 764IU (15%) Vitamin C 15mg (17%) Calcium 169mg (17%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 257 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	257kcal	13%
Carbohydrates	18g	6%
Protein	26g	52%
Fat	10g	15%
Saturated Fat	4g	20%
Polyunsaturated Fat	1g	6%
Monounsaturated Fat	4g	20%
Trans Fat	0.01g	1%
Cholesterol	60mg	20%
Sodium	792mg	33%
Potassium	732mg	16%
Fiber	3g	12%
Sugar	6g	12%
Vitamin A	764IU	15%
Vitamin C	15mg	17%
Calcium	169mg	17%
Iron	2mg	11%