Description
This Garlic Butter Ground Turkey with Cauliflower Skillet is a healthy, flavorful, and easy-to-make one-pan meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Tender ground turkey is cooked to perfection with aromatic garlic butter and a blend of spices, then combined with lightly sautéed cauliflower florets, creating a savory dish that’s both low-carb and satisfying. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness, this skillet dinner comes together in under 30 minutes and packs a nutritious punch.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Vegetables
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into florets
Seasonings and Fats
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (or regular paprika)
- 1/4 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper (or to taste)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for sautéing)
Garnish
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Cauliflower: In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the cauliflower florets and sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until they start to become tender and slightly golden. Remove the cauliflower from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook the Ground Turkey: In the same skillet, add the ground turkey. Cook over medium-high heat, breaking it apart with a spoon, for 5-7 minutes until fully cooked and browned.
- Add the Garlic Butter: Once the turkey is cooked, reduce the heat to medium. Add the butter to the skillet and let it melt. Stir in the minced garlic, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the garlic becomes fragrant.
- Combine: Add the cooked cauliflower back into the skillet and stir everything together, allowing the cauliflower to absorb the garlic butter sauce. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, until everything is well combined and heated through.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve immediately. Enjoy your flavorful, healthy skillet meal!
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey with ground chicken or lean ground beef if preferred.
- For extra heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes when cooking the garlic butter.
- Use regular paprika if you do not have smoked paprika, the flavor will be a bit milder.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or steamed green vegetables for a complete meal.
- To keep it dairy-free, replace butter with additional olive oil.
