Garlic Butter Ground Turkey with Cauliflower Skillet
If you’re in search of a delightful and nutritious meal that delights the entire family, look no further than Garlic Butter Ground Turkey with Cauliflower Skillet. This quick and easy dish combines tender ground turkey with sautéed cauliflower, all brought together by rich garlic butter and a hint of smoked paprika. In just 25 minutes, you can serve up a comforting dinner that’s both hearty and healthy, making it perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings. With its mouthwatering aroma and flavorful profile, this skillet meal is bound to become a go-to favorite!
- 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 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
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add chopped cauliflower and sauté for 5–7 minutes until tender and lightly browned. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt the remaining butter over medium-high heat. Add ground turkey, breaking it apart as it cooks for about 5–6 minutes until browned.
- Stir in minced garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Return the sautéed cauliflower to the skillet with the turkey mixture. If needed, add chicken broth for moisture. Simmer for another 3–4 minutes to combine flavors.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg