Description
This Garlic Butter Ground Turkey with Cauliflower Skillet is a flavorful, low-carb, and gluten-free one-pan meal. It features tender ground turkey cooked in garlic butter alongside cauliflower florets, seasoned with Italian herbs and finished with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley. It’s a healthy, comforting dinner that’s quick and easy to prepare on the stovetop.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Dairy
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Vegetables and Herbs
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into small florets
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Pantry Items and Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Heat the fats and brown turkey: Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks to ensure even cooking.
- Sauté aromatics: Add the minced garlic and chopped onion to the turkey and cook for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and the onion softens.
- Add cauliflower and season: Stir in the cauliflower florets. Season the mixture with Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper flakes if using, salt, and black pepper.
- Simmer with broth: Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and cover the skillet. Cook for about 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cauliflower becomes tender.
- Reduce liquid and finish: Remove the lid and let any excess liquid evaporate off while stirring. Sprinkle in the grated Parmesan cheese and thoroughly mix it into the skillet.
- Adjust and garnish: Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute ground chicken for the turkey if preferred.
- Add spinach or kale toward the end of cooking for extra greens and nutrients.
- For a dairy-free version, omit the butter and Parmesan cheese, using olive oil only or a plant-based cheese alternative.
