Indian Spiced Turkey Skillet Meal
A fragrant, one-pan skillet meal featuring ground turkey and chickpea pasta in a creamy coconut-curry sauce. Rich in bold Indian spices like garam masala and turmeric, this dish is entirely dairy-free and gluten-free.
Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min
Makes
3 servings
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Made by Amanda + Lila
Amanda 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.
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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.
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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
Digestive 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.
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Everyday strength
Support the basics consistently
A nourishing meal supports the protein, energy and overall nutrition that help you keep showing up for daily movement.
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Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min
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Equipment
Large skillet
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Instructions
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Next: Heat the olive oil in a large…
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Heat the olive oil in a large…
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat at 350°F (175°C).
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Add the diced yellow onion to the…
Add the diced yellow onion to the skillet and sauté for 4 to 5 minutes until soft and translucent.
Look for: soft and translucent
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Stir in the minced garlic
Stir in the minced garlic, minced ginger, garam masala, ground turmeric, and curry powder, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
Look for: fragrant
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Add the ground turkey to the skillet
Add the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, and cook for 6 to 8 minutes until browned and completely cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Look for: browned and completely cooked through to 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, light coconut milk, and chickpea pasta, stirring thoroughly to submerge the pasta.
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Bring the liquid to a gentle boil
Bring the liquid to a gentle boil, then turn down the heat to low, cover the skillet with a lid, and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes until the pasta is tender and the sauce has thickened.
Look for: the pasta is tender and the sauce has thickened
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Stir in the fresh spinach gently for…
Stir in the fresh spinach gently for 2 minutes until just wilted.
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Remove the skillet from heat and let…
Remove the skillet from heat and let it rest for 2 to 3 minutes before dividing into 3 equal portions to serve or store in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
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