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Cozy 30-Min Pumpkin Turkey Skillet Dinner

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A warm and hearty skillet dish combining lean turkey, pumpkin, and fall spices, ready in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

Oil

  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil (the perfect conductor for sautéing your aromatics and browning ground turkey)

Ground Turkey

  • 1 pound Ground Turkey (lean, savory star)

Vegetables

  • 1 piece Onion (chopped, adds a foundational sweetness and depth)
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced, the aromatic powerhouse that awakens the senses)

Spices

  • 1 teaspoon Pumpkin Pie Spice (shortcut to that quintessential cozy fall flavor)
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt (essential for flavor harmony)
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper (gentle warmth to awaken your palate)

Canned Pumpkin

  • 15 ounce Pumpkin Puree (make sure it's pure puree and not pie filling)

Canned Tomatoes

  • 15 ounce Diced Tomatoes, undrained (adds flavor and moisture)

Broth

  • 1 cup Chicken Broth (creates a luscious sauce base)

Grains

  • 0.5 cup Cooked Rice (adds thickness and satisfying body)

Cheese

  • 0.25 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese (the perfect melty, creamy crown for this dish)

Instructions 

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant and translucent.
  • Add ground turkey to the skillet; cook until browned and cooked through.
  • Stir in pumpkin puree, diced tomatoes, pumpkin pie spice, salt, and black pepper. Pour in chicken broth and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Mix in cooked rice and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top. Cover and cook until cheese melts, about 2-3 minutes.

Notes

For extra flavor, garnish with fresh herbs or a dollop of sour cream.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Fall, Pumpkin, Turkey