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Ground Turkey with Potatoes

Easy one-pan ground turkey and potato skillet with savory seasonings, perfect for quick weeknight dinners and meal prep.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 340

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 3 russet potatoes medium, diced into 3/4-inch cubes
  • 1 onion medium, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup beef or chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 0.5 tsp cumin
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • fresh parsley for garnish, optional

Equipment

  • Large skillet with lid
  • Wooden spoon
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering and hot.
  2. Add diced potatoes to the hot skillet in a single layer, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 5-7 minutes until they start to brown, stirring occasionally.
  3. Push potatoes to the side of the skillet and add ground turkey to the center, breaking it up with a wooden spoon into small crumbles.
  4. Cook the turkey for 5-6 minutes until mostly browned, breaking it into smaller pieces as it cooks.
  5. Add diced onions and minced garlic to the skillet, stirring everything together and cooking for 2-3 minutes until onions become translucent and fragrant.
  6. Stir in tomato paste, paprika, oregano, and cumin, coating the turkey and potatoes evenly with the seasonings.
  7. Pour in broth and Worcestershire sauce, stirring to combine all ingredients and scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
  8. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover the skillet with a lid, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender and the sauce has thickened.
  9. Remove lid, taste and adjust seasonings with additional salt and pepper as needed.
  10. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired, and serve hot directly from the skillet or transfer to individual plates.

Notes

For extra flavor, add bell peppers or spinach during cooking. This dish reheats beautifully and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Freezes well for up to 3 months.