Creamy Ranch Turkey Veggie Skillet (Printable)

Seasoned turkey and mixed vegetables in a tangy ranch cream sauce, ready in 35 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Protein & Dairy

01 - 1 lb ground turkey
02 - 1 cup heavy cream
03 - 1/2 cup sour cream
04 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

→ Vegetables

05 - 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, carrots, green beans, corn), fresh or frozen
06 - 1 small onion, diced
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Pantry

08 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
09 - 2 teaspoons ranch seasoning mix
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ To Serve

12 - 12 oz cooked pasta or rice
13 - Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
02 - Add ground turkey to the skillet. Cook while breaking apart with a spatula until browned and cooked through, approximately 5-6 minutes.
03 - Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Add mixed vegetables to the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender.
05 - Reduce heat to low. Stir in ranch seasoning, salt, and black pepper until evenly distributed.
06 - Pour heavy cream into the skillet and add sour cream. Stir until well combined and heated through.
07 - Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese into the mixture, stirring constantly until melted and sauce reaches creamy consistency.
08 - Serve hot over cooked pasta or rice. Top with fresh chopped parsley if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Fast and Simple: Goes from prep to table in only 35 minutes using a single skillet.
  • Packed with Protein: Ground turkey and dairy provide 28g of protein per serving.
  • Kid-Friendly Flavor: The combination of ranch seasoning and melted cheddar cheese makes vegetables more appealing to picky eaters.
02 -
  • Uniform Cooking: Break the ground turkey into small, even pieces to ensure it browns quickly and uniformly.
  • Seasoning Check: Store-bought ranch mixes can vary in saltiness, so taste your sauce before adding the full amount of extra salt.
  • Vegetable Mix: Use a frozen "California mix" or "Stir-fry mix" to save time on chopping while still getting a variety of colors and nutrients.
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