Garlic Butter Ground Turkey with Cauliflower Skillet Recipe
A flavorful and healthy one-pan meal featuring garlic butter-infused ground turkey and tender sautéed cauliflower, seasoned with smoked paprika and onion powder. This low-carb skillet dish is quick to prepare and perfect for a nutritious dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 pound ground turkey
Vegetables
- 1 head cauliflower, chopped into small florets
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Dairy & Fats
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Grated Parmesan (optional, for extra flavor)
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Liquids
- ¼ cup chicken broth (optional, for extra moisture)
Garnish
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Cauliflower: Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add cauliflower florets and sauté for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and lightly browned. Remove cauliflower from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook Ground Turkey: In the same skillet, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Add ground turkey, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5–6 minutes.
- Add Seasonings: Stir in minced garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Combine and Simmer: Add the sautéed cauliflower back to the skillet. If the mixture seems dry, stir in the chicken broth and simmer for 3–4 minutes until everything is well coated and heated through.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan if desired. Serve hot and enjoy your delicious garlic butter ground turkey with cauliflower skillet dish!
Notes
- You can substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth for a different flavor or to keep it more neutral.
- For extra heat, sprinkle red pepper flakes when adding seasonings.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or steamed greens.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To make it dairy-free, replace butter with olive oil and omit Parmesan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
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