Creamy Ranch Turkey & Veggie Skillet (Printable Version)

Ground turkey and mixed vegetables simmered in a tangy ranch cream sauce. Ready in 35 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.

# Components:

→ Protein

01 - 1 lb ground turkey

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 cup bell peppers, diced (any color)
03 - 1 cup zucchini, diced
04 - 1 cup carrots, sliced
05 - 1 cup frozen peas
06 - 1 small red onion, diced
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Sauce

08 - 1 cup heavy cream
09 - 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
10 - 3 tablespoons ranch seasoning mix
11 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
12 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ To Serve

13 - 12 oz cooked pasta or rice
14 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, approximately 5 to 7 minutes.
02 - Add diced red onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
03 - Stir in bell peppers, zucchini, and carrots. Sauté for 4 to 5 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
04 - Add frozen peas and cook for 2 minutes more.
05 - Pour heavy cream and broth into the skillet. Sprinkle in ranch seasoning mix and stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
06 - Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until the sauce thickens and vegetables are tender. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
07 - Spoon the turkey and vegetable skillet over cooked pasta or rice. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It comes together in about 35 minutes, which means you can go from empty skillet to dinner on the table while everyone's still hungry.
  • The ranch cream sauce transforms ordinary ground turkey and vegetables into something that tastes indulgent without any fussy techniques.
02 -
  • Don't crank the heat too high once the cream goes in, or you'll end up with a broken, curdled sauce instead of something smooth and luxurious.
  • The ranch seasoning varies by brand, so taste before you add extra salt—some mixes are already pretty salty.
03 -
  • Brown the turkey properly before adding vegetables, because any water that releases will steam them instead of giving you a nice, flavorful base.
  • A splash of hot sauce stirred in right at the end adds depth without making it obviously spicy—it just tastes more intentional.
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