Creamy Turkey and Potato Comfort Skillet
Tender ground turkey simmered with soft potato cubes and sweet carrots in a silky, low-acid broth. Savory and gently soothing for a sensitive stomach while offering substantial lean protein.
Prep
10 min
Cook
22 min
Total
32 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Kristi + Lila
Kristi created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthDigestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Comfortably satisfied
Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Setup
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Prep
10 min
Cook
22 min
Total
32 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Saucepan
Time saver
Leftovers store well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove with a splash of broth to maintain the creamy texture.
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Instructions
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Next: Heat the olive oil in a medium…
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Heat the olive oil in a medium…
Heat the olive oil in a medium non-stick skillet or saucepan over medium heat for 1 minute.
Allow: 1 minute
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Add the lean ground turkey to the…
Add the lean ground turkey to the skillet. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, breaking the meat into small pieces with a wooden spoon, until no pink remains and it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Look for: no pink remains and it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C)
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Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth
Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth, then stir in the diced potato, diced carrot, fine sea salt, and dried thyme.
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Bring the liquid to a simmer
Bring the liquid to a simmer, then turn the heat down to low, cover the skillet with a lid, and let cook for 12 to 15 minutes. The potatoes and carrots should be completely soft and easily pierced with a fork.
Allow: 12 to 15 minutes
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Remove the lid and gently stir in…
Remove the lid and gently stir in the unsweetened almond milk. Simmer uncovered for 2 to 3 minutes until warm and slightly reduced into a light, soothing sauce.
Look for: warm and slightly reduced into a light, soothing sauce
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Spoon the turkey and soft vegetables into…
Spoon the turkey and soft vegetables into a warm bowl and let cool for 2 to 3 minutes before eating.
Allow: 2 to 3 minutes
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