Walnut Free Apple & Sage Turkey Skillet

Total time40 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time25 min

4.5

(16)

Sweet, savory, and warmly spiced, this one-pan dinner is the kind of weeknight meal that feels far more impressive than the effort it takes. Ground turkey gets cooked until golden, then reunited with tender apple slices, caramelized onion, and a fragrant blend of sage, thyme, turmeric, ginger, and Ceylon cinnamon — a combination that smells absolutely incredible as it all comes together. A quick pan sauce made from bone broth, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of honey ties everything into a glossy, lightly sweet coating that clings to every bite. The whole dish comes together in a single 12-inch skillet, which means minimal cleanup and maximum flavor. For anyone navigating tree nut allergies or sensitivities, this recipe is naturally free of walnuts and any nut-based ingredients — no substitutions needed, just straightforward whole-food cooking. Finish it with a scatter of fresh parsley and serve it straight from the pan for a cozy, satisfying dinner that works just as well in early fall as it does on a cold winter evening.

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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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