Caffeine Free Apple & Sage Turkey Skillet

Total time40 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time25 min

4.5

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Caffeine Free Apple & Sage Turkey Skillet

This skillet is the kind of weeknight dinner that feels a little special without demanding much from you — savory ground turkey, sweet-tart apple slices, and a fragrant pan sauce that comes together in one pan. Fresh sage and thyme do the heavy lifting on flavor, while Ceylon cinnamon, turmeric, and ginger add a warm, subtly spiced depth that makes the whole dish smell incredible as it cooks. A splash of apple cider vinegar and a touch of honey balance the sauce into something bright and just slightly sweet, coating every crumble of turkey beautifully. For anyone keeping caffeine completely out of their diet, this recipe is naturally in the clear — no tea, coffee, chocolate, or any hidden stimulants anywhere in the ingredient list. The bone broth builds a rich, savory base that feels deeply satisfying without relying on anything that would raise a flag. Coconut oil handles the cooking fat duties and plays nicely with the warm spice blend throughout. Serve it straight from the skillet with a scatter of fresh parsley and you've got a complete, cozy meal that looks as good as it tastes.

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Ingredients

4 servings

1 ½ lb ground turkey
2 tbsp coconut oil, divided
1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium apples (such as honeycrisp or fuji), cored and thinly sliced
2 tbsp fresh sage leaves, thinly sliced
1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
½ tsp ground turmeric
¼ tsp ground ginger
¼ tsp ceylon cinnamon
¾ cup bone broth
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp honey
1 tsp salt, plus more to taste

For serving

2 tbsp fresh parsley, roughly chopped (optional)

Instructions

1
Heat 1 tbsp of the coconut oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the ground turkey and cook, breaking it into large crumbles with a wooden spoon, until no pink remains and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest portion reads 165°F (74°C), about 7–9 minutes. Transfer the cooked turkey to a plate and set aside.
2
Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tbsp coconut oil to the skillet. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.

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