Spiced Turkey and Chickpea Stew with Tomato and Spinach

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-26 · Updated 2026-06-26

A savory and hearty stew featuring ground turkey, chickpeas, and fresh spinach simmered in a spiced tomato broth. This Mediterranean-inspired high-protein recipe (gluten free), ready in about 45 minutes, pairs olive oil, ground turkey, yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 lb ground turkey
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 can (14.5 oz) canned diced tomatoes
• 1 1/2 cups cooked chickpeas
• 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
• 4 cups fresh baby spinach
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb ground turkey and cook, breaking up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
2. Step 2: Add 1 diced medium yellow onion and 3 minced garlic cloves to the pot; sauté for 4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
3. Step 3: Stir in 1 tbsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, and 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes; cook for 1 minute to release spices’ aromas.
4. Step 4: Pour in 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with juices, 1 1/2 cups cooked chickpeas, and 2 cups low sodium chicken broth. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
5. Step 5: Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer gently for 15 minutes to blend flavors.
6. Step 6: Add 4 cups fresh baby spinach, stirring until wilted, about 2 minutes. Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper to taste.