Easy One-Pan Ground Turkey & Potatoes Meal
Introduction
The Easy One-Pan Ground Turkey & Potatoes Meal is the answer to busy weeknights when you crave something hearty, healthy, and undeniably satisfying. This comforting recipe delivers savory flavor and balanced nutrition with minimal cleanup, thanks to its single-skillet approach. It’s ideal for feeding families or meal prepping for the week with ease.
Why This One-Pan Dinner Stands Out
With just a handful of pantry staples and lean ground turkey, this dish transforms everyday potatoes and veggies into a crave-worthy meal. The combination of golden potatoes, sweet bell peppers, and onions sautéed with seasoned turkey creates layers of flavor and texture. Best of all, it comes together in about 30 minutes—no oven required.
Effortless Vegetable Prep and Efficiency
Quick and consistent veggie dice is essential for even cooking in this one-pan recipe. Using a Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper speeds up prep significantly, ensuring all your potatoes, onions, and peppers are ready in minutes. Slice, chop, and get cooking without dragging out a stack of knives and cutting boards.
The Perfect Skillet for One-Pan Cooking
A quality nonstick skillet makes a world of difference in both cooking and cleanup. The SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch is ideally sized for this one-pan meal, allowing the potatoes to crisp up beautifully and the ground turkey to brown evenly, while food lifts away easily—so there’s no stuck-on mess.
Smart Tools for Streamlining the Process
Break apart and mash ground turkey and potatoes effortlessly using the Farberware Professional Heat Resistant Nylon Meat and Potato Masher. This affordable gadget helps ensure a consistent texture and prevents overcooking or sticking. Once cooked, portion leftovers for lunch using the Bentgo Salad Container – 54 oz Bowl, perfect for storing or transporting your meal.
Serving Suggestions and Add-Ons
This one-pan meal pairs well with a crisp green salad, steamed green beans, or a dollop of Greek yogurt for a protein boost. For extra kick, top with shredded cheese, hot sauce, or a sprinkle of fresh herbs. Make it your own with favorite vegetables—zucchini, corn, or spinach fold in beautifully.
Nutritional Information and Serving Size
This recipe yields about 4 generous servings, each providing lean protein, fiber, and complex carbs at approximately 350–400 calories per serving, depending on add-ons and brands used.
Easy One-Pan Ground Turkey & Potatoes Meal (Recap)
This simple and flavorful dinner packs maximum comfort and minimal cleanup—all in one pan. Balanced, filling, and endlessly customizable, it’s a recipe you’ll return to whether feeding a family or meal prepping for days ahead.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Prep the vegetables: For speed and uniformity, use the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper to dice potatoes, onion, and bell pepper quickly.
- Heat the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch over medium heat. Add olive oil, the diced potatoes, a pinch of salt, and sauté for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until starting to brown and soften.
- Push potatoes to the edge of the pan. Add onion and bell pepper to the center. Cook 3–4 minutes until veggies begin to soften, then stir to combine with potatoes.
- Move the veggies aside; add ground turkey to the center. Break up the turkey with the Farberware Professional Heat Resistant Nylon Meat and Potato Masher, and cook until browned and cooked through (about 6–7 minutes). Stir in minced garlic, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Mix all pan ingredients together and sauté for another 2–3 minutes to let flavors combine. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or scallions. Portion any leftovers into the Bentgo Salad Container – 54 oz Bowl for easy storage or grab-and-go meals.
Cook and Prep Times
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Enjoy this Easy One-Pan Ground Turkey & Potatoes Meal for quick dinners, meal prep, or any time you crave something healthy and full of flavor—without the mess!