Description

Savor the rich, comforting flavors of this Savory Garlic Butter Ground Turkey with Cauliflower Skillet Delight. This simple yet wholesome one-pan meal combines tender ground turkey sautéed in a luscious garlic butter sauce with fresh cauliflower florets, all enhanced by aromatic onions, garlic, and a hint of heat from optional crushed red pepper flakes. Ready in under 40 minutes, it’s a perfect low-carb, protein-packed dinner that’s both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients

Scale

Protein and Vegetables

1 lb Ground Turkey (Juicy and tender; ground chicken can be a lighter substitute)
1 head Cauliflower (Fresh for optimal texture)
1 medium Onion (Use yellow or white onion)
4 cloves Garlic (Fresh garlic preferred)

Liquids and Fats

4 tbsp Butter (For creamy garlic butter sauce)
2 tbsp Olive Oil (Essential for sautéing)
1 cup Chicken Broth (Vegetable broth can be substituted)

Seasonings

To taste Salt
To taste Pepper
2 tbsp Fresh Parsley (For garnish)
1 tsp Crushed Red Pepper Flakes (Optional for heat)

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Instructions

Prepare the Ingredients: Cut the cauliflower into small bite-sized florets. Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves to ensure they release maximum flavor during cooking.
Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Cook Ground Turkey: Add the ground turkey to the skillet with onions and garlic. Break it apart with a spatula and cook until browned and cooked through, approximately 6-8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste as it cooks.
Add Cauliflower and Broth: Stir in the cauliflower florets and pour in the chicken broth. Mix well to combine all ingredients. Cover the skillet and let it simmer for 10 minutes or until the cauliflower is tender but still has a slight bite.
Create Garlic Butter Sauce: Lower the heat and add butter and crushed red pepper flakes (if using) to the skillet. Stir gently until the butter melts and coats the meat and cauliflower evenly, creating a rich and creamy garlic butter sauce.
Final Touches: Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Sprinkle fresh chopped parsley over the skillet for a bright, fresh finish.
Serve: Serve hot directly from the skillet for an easy, hearty, and flavorful meal that pairs wonderfully with a side salad or steamed greens.

Notes

For a lighter option, substitute ground turkey with ground chicken or lean ground beef.
Use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth to make it vegetarian-friendly, but note that ground turkey would then need to be replaced with a plant-based protein.
Adjust crushed red pepper flakes according to your heat preference or omit altogether for a milder flavor.
If cauliflower florets are large, cut smaller to ensure even cooking.
This dish can be prepared ahead of time and reheated gently on the stovetop for convenient meal prep.