Over 20 delicious, healthy ground turkey recipes that make the perfect lunches and dinners. You’ll find plenty of easy recipes using ground turkey like chilis, meatballs, tacos, and more. Each recipe is protein-packed and great for meal prep!
If you’ve ever wondered what to cook with the ground turkey lurking in your fridge or freezer, I’ve got you covered. I rounded up over 20 of the best ground turkey recipes that are perfect for your dinner menu. These flavorful and easy recipes using ground turkey are protein-packed and guaranteed to be staples in your house.
Ground turkey is one of my go-to meats to cook with, especially for lightened up comfort foods. You’ll love using it in recipes because it’s:
I separated these ground turkey recipes into chilis & soups, meatballs & meatloaves, burgers, patties & sandwiches, delicious pasta recipes and fun comfort foods that are perfect for feeding the whole family or meal prepping. If you happen to have ground chicken on hand instead, feel free to use that! They are interchangeable.
If you make any of these recipes using ground turkey be sure to leave a comment & a rating so I know how you like it! Enjoy xo!
30 BEST Ground Turkey Recipes
This collections of easy Ground Turkey recipes will give you a new appreciation for this healthy and versatile meat.
Prep: 5min
Total: 20min
Ingredients:
- Shredded Cheese
- Diced Tomato
- Diced Avocado
- Cilantro
- Sliced Jalapeño
- Chopped Onion
- Sliced Black Olives
- Pico de Gallo
- Guacamole
- Sour Cream
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1.5 Tbsp cooking oil
- 1lb ground turkey
- Taco seasoning
- 8oz tomato sauce
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1 Tbsp chili powder
- 1.5 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp paprika (we use smoked)
- 1/4 tsp red chili flakes
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instruction:
- Mix all taco seasoning ingredients in a bowl.
- Heat up oil in a skillet over medium high heat. Add in the ground turkey and break it up with a wooden spoon or spatula. Let it cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes, then give it a stir. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until ground turkey is no longer raw.
- Stir in garlic, taco seasoning and tomato sauce. Mix everything well and simmer for 8-10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat an ungreased non-stick skillet over medium high heat. Once it’s hot, cook the tortillas about 10 seconds per side, just until some brown spots start to appear.
- Scoop a generous portion of the ground turkey filling into each tortilla, and fill with your favorite toppings.
What to Cook with Ground Turkey (Easy Stir Fry Recipe and More)
This Ground Turkey Stir Fry takes about 20 minutes to make and is one of the best ground turkey recipes.
Total: 15min
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic (minced)
- 1/4 teaspoon minced ginger
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- salt & pepper (to taste)
- green onion for garnish
Instruction:
- Add ground turkey to a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Whisk together garlic, honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger in a mixing bowl.
- Stir fry and cook for about 10 minutes or until nicely browned.
- Add the sauce to the skillet. Stir fry and cook for about 3 minutes or until the sauce thickens.
- Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with green onions a
Ground Meat and Veggies Recipe! Do this with your Ground Beef or Turkey. Absolutely Delicious!!!
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