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Turkey with Mushrooms & Butternut Squash Skillet (Delicious & Simple!)

Ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp avocado or olive oil
  • 1 lb turkey breast skinless
  • 1 tsp sea salt divided
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 small butternut squash peeled and cut into 1/2 inch cubes (about 10 ounces)
  • 2 Tbsps avocado or olive oil
  • 8.8 ounces fresh button mushrooms
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tsp chopped fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350F.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, until hot. Add the turkey, sprinkle with sea salt and pepper. Sear until lightly browned on both sides.
  • Meanwhile in a large bowl combine the butternut squash cubes with mushrooms, 2 Tbsps olive oil, salt, pepper and garlic. Toss to coat.
  • Transfer the butternut squash and mushrooms to the skillet, next to the turkey.
  • Roast in your preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until the turkey is just cooked through and the veggies are golden.
  • Remove from oven.
  • Immediately wrap in foil.
  • Let rest for several minutes.
  • When ready, slice the turkey breast, garnish with fresh thyme and serve warm.