Crisp Brussels sprouts meet seasoned ground turkey with garlic, paprika, and lemon for a quick wholesome skillet dinner.
# What Goes In:
→ Proteins
01 - 1 pound ground turkey, lean
→ Vegetables & Aromatics
02 - 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
03 - 1 small yellow onion, diced
04 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
→ Oils & Liquids
05 - 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
06 - ¼ cup low-sodium chicken broth or water
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
→ Seasonings
08 - ½ teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
09 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste
10 - ½ teaspoon paprika
11 - ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
→ Garnishes
12 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, optional
13 - Fresh parsley, chopped, optional
# How to Make It:
01 - Rinse Brussels sprouts, trim off tough ends, and halve. Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
02 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and let it shimmer. Add ground turkey, break apart with a spatula, and season with ¼ teaspoon salt, ⅛ teaspoon black pepper, paprika, and red pepper flakes if using. Cook until no longer pink, 5 to 6 minutes.
03 - Transfer turkey to a plate and set aside. Wipe out excess liquid from skillet, leaving browned bits.
04 - Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to skillet and reduce heat to medium. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
05 - Place halved Brussels sprouts cut-side down. Season with remaining salt and pepper. Cook undisturbed for 4 minutes until golden brown.
06 - Stir Brussels sprouts with onions and garlic. Add broth or water, cover, and steam 4 to 5 minutes until sprouts are fork-tender.
07 - Remove lid and return turkey to skillet. Stir to combine and cook 2 minutes until heated through and liquid is mostly evaporated. Stir in lemon juice and adjust seasoning to taste.
08 - Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley if desired. Serve hot directly from the skillet or transfer to a serving dish.
