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Easy One-Pan Ground Turkey & Potatoes – Quick, Hearty & Delicious

This Easy One-Pan Ground Turkey & Potatoes Meal is perfect for weeknight dinners! Tender ground turkey, crispy potatoes, and savory seasonings all cooked together in one pan for a quick, healthy, and hearty meal your whole family will love. Minimal cleanup, maximum flavor!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course, Meal Prep
Cuisine American, Comfort Food
Servings 4
Calories 400 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet or sauté pan
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Measuring spoons
  • Optional: ovenproof skillet for finishing in oven

Ingredients
  

Main Dish:

  • 1 lb (450 g) ground turkey
  • 1 lb (450 g) potatoes (Yukon gold or red), diced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1–2 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp chili powder or Italian seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: 1 cup diced bell peppers, zucchini, or carrots
  • Optional: fresh herbs (parsley, thyme) for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Prep Ingredients: Dice potatoes and vegetables evenly. Mince garlic and dice onion. Season ground turkey with salt, pepper, and spices.
  • Cook Turkey: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground turkey, breaking apart with a spatula. Cook until partially browned, about 4–5 minutes.
  • Add Aromatics: Stir in onion and garlic; cook until translucent, about 2–3 minutes. Sprinkle in spices and stir to coat evenly.
  • Cook Potatoes: Push turkey to the side, add diced potatoes with a bit more oil if needed. Sauté until golden and tender, stirring occasionally. Optional: parboil potatoes for 3–5 minutes first for extra crispiness.
  • Combine Everything: Stir in optional vegetables, cook until tender. Optional: transfer skillet to a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 5–10 minutes for evenly roasted potatoes.
  • Finish & Serve: Sprinkle with fresh herbs. Serve hot as a main dish or portion into containers for meal prep.

Notes

  • Use uniform potato sizes for even cooking.
  • Parboiling potatoes enhances crispiness.
  • Avoid overcrowding the skillet to ensure proper browning.
  • Customize with vegetables or herbs according to preference.
  • Make ahead: refrigerate for 3–4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
  • Reheat in a skillet or oven to maintain crispiness; microwaving is convenient but softens potatoes slightly.
Keyword crispy potatoes, easy dinner, Ground turkey skillet, healthy weeknight meal, one-pan dinner