A delicious one-pan meal featuring tender Brussels sprouts, savory ground turkey, aromatic spices, and a bright lemon finish.
# Components:
→ Proteins
01 - 1 pound lean ground turkey
→ Vegetables & Aromatics
02 - 1 pound Brussels sprouts, ends trimmed and halved
03 - 1 small yellow onion, diced (about 1 cup)
04 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
→ Oils & Liquids
05 - 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
06 - 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth or water
07 - 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
→ Seasonings
08 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (plus more to taste)
09 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (plus more to taste)
10 - 1/2 teaspoon paprika
11 - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
→ Garnishes
12 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
13 - Fresh parsley, chopped
# Directions:
01 - Rinse Brussels sprouts, trim off tough ends, and halve lengthwise. Dice the yellow onion into small, even pieces. Peel and mince the garlic cloves finely.
02 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and swirl to coat. Add ground turkey, breaking apart with a spatula. Season with 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, paprika, and red pepper flakes if desired. Cook until no longer pink, approximately 5-6 minutes.
03 - Transfer browned turkey to a plate and set aside. Wipe out excess liquid from the skillet, leaving the flavorful browned bits on the bottom for added depth.
04 - Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the skillet and reduce heat to medium. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent and softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, approximately 30 seconds.
05 - Arrange halved Brussels sprouts cut-side down in the skillet. Season with remaining salt and pepper. Cook undisturbed for 4 minutes to develop a golden-brown crust on the cut sides.
06 - Stir Brussels sprouts with onions and garlic. Pour in chicken broth or water, cover tightly with a lid, and steam for 4-5 minutes until sprouts are fork-tender. Remove lid and return turkey to the skillet. Stir well to combine and cook for 2 minutes until heated through and most liquid has evaporated.
07 - Turn off heat. Stir in fresh lemon juice and adjust seasoning to taste. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley if desired. Serve hot directly from the skillet or transfer to a serving dish.
