Garlic Butter Ground Turkey with Cauliflower Skillet
Indulge in the savory goodness of Garlic Butter Ground Turkey with Cauliflower Skillet, a perfect weeknight meal that delivers on flavor and nutrition. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up this wholesome dish featuring tender cauliflower florets sautéed in rich garlic butter and combined with lean ground turkey. The enticing aroma of garlic, complemented by the smoky notes of paprika, will have your family asking for seconds. This versatile recipe allows for customizations, so feel free to add your favorite vegetables or spices to elevate the dish. Whether you’re feeding a busy family or hosting friends, this skillet meal is sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 head cauliflower, chopped into small florets
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup chicken broth (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped cauliflower for 5–7 minutes until tender and lightly browned. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt the remaining butter and add ground turkey. Cook for about 5–6 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in minced garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to blend flavors.
- Add the sautéed cauliflower back into the skillet along with chicken broth if desired. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until heated through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg