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Creamy Honey Mustard Ground Turkey Skillet

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A quick, one-pan weeknight dinner featuring lean ground turkey in a rich, velvety honey mustard sauce stabilized with cream cheese. It balances savory, sweet, and tangy flavors for a comforting meal ready in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds 93% lean ground turkey
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 cup honey mustard sauce (e.g., French’s or Maille)
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 2 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add ground turkey and break it up with a wooden spoon. Cook for 8-10 minutes until browned and no longer pink. Drain excess liquid if necessary, leaving a small amount.
  3. Push turkey to the side or mix in, then add diced onion. Cook for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
  4. Add minced garlic and ground ginger. Stir constantly for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together honey mustard, heavy cream, softened cream cheese, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and garlic powder until smooth.
  6. Pour the sauce mixture over the turkey and onion. Stir to combine.
  7. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy. Add a splash of water or broth if too thick.
  8. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed. Serve immediately.

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is softened before adding to prevent lumps. Do not overcook the turkey to avoid dryness. This recipe is naturally gluten-free, but check honey mustard labels for wheat-based thickeners. It does not freeze well due to the dairy content.

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