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High Protein Ground Turkey Butternut Squash Rice Skillet Recipe You’ll Love!

High Protein Ground Turkey Butternut Squash Rice Skillet
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A delicious and nutritious skillet dish featuring high protein ground turkey, sweet butternut squash, and wholesome rice, perfect for a healthy meal.

  • Author: Dija
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: High Protein

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 2 cups butternut squash, diced
  • 1 cup brown rice
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until translucent.
  3. Add ground turkey, cook until browned.
  4. Stir in diced butternut squash, paprika, and cumin.
  5. Add brown rice and chicken broth, bring to a boil.
  6. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 30-35 minutes or until rice is cooked and squash is tender.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.

Notes

  • For added flavor, consider adding herbs like thyme or rosemary.
  • This dish can be made ahead and reheated for meal prep.
  • Feel free to substitute quinoa for brown rice for a different texture.

Nutrition

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