Description
Savory garlic butter ground turkey with cauliflower skillet delivers a protein-packed comfort meal that melts hearts and satisfies hunger. Mediterranean-inspired flavors and simple ingredients create a quick, wholesome dinner perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Vegetables:
- 1 head cauliflower, chopped into small florets
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Seasonings and Extras:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
- Grated Parmesan, for extra flavor
Instructions
- Prepare a large skillet and heat 2 tablespoons of butter over medium temperature. Carefully add cauliflower florets and sauté for 5-7 minutes, gently stirring to ensure even browning and tenderness. Transfer the golden-edged cauliflower to a separate plate.
- Using the same skillet, melt remaining butter. Introduce ground turkey, methodically breaking down the meat with a cooking utensil. Cook for 5-6 minutes until meat transforms into a rich, caramelized brown color.
- Infuse the turkey with aromatic seasonings: sprinkle minced garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir thoroughly for 2 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and intensify.
- Reintroduce the sautéed cauliflower into the skillet. If the mixture appears slightly dry, splash chicken broth to create moisture and enhance overall cohesion. Allow ingredients to simmer for 3-4 minutes, ensuring complete integration of flavors.
- Remove skillet from heat. Optionally, garnish with fresh parsley and delicate Parmesan cheese shavings. Serve immediately while the dish remains piping hot and flavor-packed.
Notes
- Ensure cauliflower is cut into uniform-sized florets for even cooking and consistent texture throughout the dish.
- Drain excess moisture from ground turkey before cooking to achieve a perfect golden-brown sear and prevent steaming.
- Use fresh garlic for maximum flavor intensity, crushing or finely mincing to distribute evenly across the skillet.
- For a low-carb version, swap regular cauliflower with roasted cauliflower to intensify its nutty undertones and add more depth to the recipe.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg