50 Delicious Ground Turkey Recipes (2024)

Jennifer says:

Thank you for all these great ground turkey ideas! Whenever I sit down to do my meal plan, I only come here now! It makes meal planning FUN and saves so much time - so THANK YOU!!

Dan and Melissa says:

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Dan and Melissa says:

Where do you usually find ground turkey, and how does it come? Fresh ground, frozen, etc? Not familiar with using it.

Sinea says:

What an array of delicious food! Love potato boats. My favorite.
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Kristina says:

thanks for featuring my crunchwrap! It's delicious if i say so myself :)

Ari @ Ari's Menu says:

Thanks for including me! So many great recipes to check out!

Eric Pepple says:

You often forget about all the ways you can use any ground meats!

Six Sisters says:

You find it in the meat department. They sell it in one pound chubs like they do ground beef.

Feast on the Cheap says:

Thanks for including us!

KristenMichele says:

I just made the Spaghetti Squash Boats for dinner and the were amazing! Thanks for all of the great ideas!

Vanessa, De Su Mama says:

Thanks for linking my rolled tacos! So wonderful of you!

Erin @ Brownie Bites says:

Thank you for including our Ground Turkey Fajita (ok, so it's a faux-jita)

Eryn says:

That is the proper link to use for the Buffalo Turkey Balls ( if you read the comment on the other link posted you see that the blogger sorta stole the recipe )

Jessica says:

These look AMAZING!! Thanks just what I was looking for

Christene Houston says:

Thanks for including me in your feature! I just love your recipes and use them often. Thanks for the deliciousness. :)

Makayla says:

Thankss for the ground turkey crunchwrap idea ! it just looks so good && made our mouth start watering when we seen it !! :)

Katie says:

Hi. I've tried to access your recipe for your Southwestern stuffed red peppers with ground turkey, but the link isn't working. How can I get it? Thanks, and thanks for your site. Cooking is definately NOT my stongpoint, but one of my goals is to get over it and just do it!!! This is helping :).

sabrina johnson says:

van you sub ground chicken for any of these recipes?

Jackie says:

Wow these are great!! I just recently starting eating ground turkey and didn't realize all the possibilities!!! Wonderful site, Love it!! :)

Jacqueline Schmidt says:

I made the "Ground Turkey Shepherds Pie" and it was perfect! Only thing I changed was I didnt use olive oil b/c the bacon creates it's own oil that is just fine. It was my first time ever making it and eating it and my husband grew up eating this and he loved it and both my kids ate it and liked it! I'll def be trying more of these! :)

Cybil says:

The link for the Southwest Stuffed Red Peppers was not working, but when I googled the recipe, this link came up.

Leroy says:

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Jessica says:

How is it possible that anyone on earth has not heard of ground turkey?

Linda says:

Thank you so much for the great recipes. I have been searching for many of these recipes. I can't wait to try so many of them!

Celeste says:

Hello, i read your blog from time to time and i own a similar one and i was just wondering if you get a lot of spam responses?

Nancy Thomas says:

I love all your recipes. Have you ever tried ground turkey in the Bisquick Cheeseburger Pie recipe? It is super yummy,easy and quick.

Jennifer says:

OMG, what an awesome list. I get in a creative slump a lot and this is the perfect place to get my cooking groove back on. I have four young boys and they get tired of the same old same old. And with a ton of ground turkey in my freezer, this list is sooooo helpful. Thank you!

Pauline Williams says:

chubs! cute word for those cute little packages - I never knew what to call them, I'd call them tubes, but chubs is perfect!

Sara says:

Great recipes! My family loves everything! Thanks for sharing.

Den says:

I was looking for some healthy, interesting recipes for ground (blech) turkey. 0.o wow! The search is over! I can't wait to try these (and I'm surprised to admit it). Ground turkey needs help to keep it moist and make it tasty, and I think these recipes will make the healthier meat choice pleasant. Thank you ladies!Den

Serena @ Simple Holistic Girl says:

I was never much of a ground beef eater myself. I've been onto this ground turkey thing for years! Thank you for all of these recipes!

Kimberly says:

Thank you for this fantastic list. I love ground turkey and I struggle to think of ways to look it. Excited to try a recipe tonight!

Jon Loveless says:

Hi - Great site

Mickey A. says:

All these food are delicious and healthy even if you're on a diet. You can still keep fit by eating this kind of healthy foods.

Donovan says:

A lot of great looking recipes here. Thank you for all of these, and THANK YOU listing them, rather than making us click next to see each recipe like every other cooking site seems to do. That alone makes you my favorite site haha!

Sabrina B says:

great list, thank you for putting it together, good to have a list of ground turkey to rotate through for healthy-ish nights!

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50 Delicious Ground Turkey Recipes (2024)

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What can I add to ground turkey to make it taste better? ›

The Turkey Seasoning:

Chili powder.
Ground cumin.
Garlic powder.
Onion powder.
Paprika or dried oregano.
Salt & Black Pepper.
Optional: red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper or a little spice kick.

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How to jazz up ground turkey? ›

There are plenty of easy ground turkey recipes out there. But, you will always need spices like olive oil, kosher salt and pepper, chili powder, and garlic powder. You can add minced garlic, and freshly chopped onions and peppers, for an extra edge.

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When not to cook ground turkey? ›

Look & Color. Raw turkey meat should be light pink or beige, depending on the type of meat and its fat content. The meat color becomes dull as time passes, which is normal. However, if the meat has a brown, gray or yellow or green hue, you will want to part ways with it.

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Is ground turkey healthier than ground beef? ›

Ground beef and turkey are both nutritious meats that provide protein, fat, and a variety of vitamins and minerals. Turkey is generally lower in saturated fat than beef. As such, it may be a better choice for heart health. Fat-free turkey is also the lowest calorie option if you're interested in weight loss.

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Do you season ground turkey before or after cooking? ›

Before you start cooking, be sure to season the ground turkey well with salt and pepper. Also consider including dried herbs and spices for additional flavor. If you're cooking meatballs or meatloaf, pinch off some of the seasoned mixture and cook it in a skillet to taste. Adjust seasoning accordingly.

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What does baking soda do to ground turkey? ›

Whether hosting a holiday cookout, serving up some stir-fry or tackling game meats, baking soda is the go-to meat tenderizer to help make your steak, chicken or turkey silkier, juicier and yummier.

How do you cook ground turkey so it is moist? ›

Even 93 percent lean ground turkey—often the fattiest preground turkey you can buy—can still taste too lean and can easily dry out during cooking. To temper those effects, we added 2 tablespoons of melted butter to the meat, along with a panade of milk and panko.

What can I add to ground turkey to make it less dry? ›

Mushrooms add moisture, mouthfeel, and umami (beefy) flavor to the otherwise dry ground turkey. When mushrooms are chopped up into little bits, they easily and evenly mix with ground turkey making the protein so tender and flavorful while also giving the dish a veggie boost.

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Do you rinse ground turkey before cooking? ›

USDA research has found that washing or rinsing meat or poultry increases the risk for cross-contamination in the kitchen, which can cause foodborne illness. From a food safety perspective, washing raw poultry, beef, pork, lamb or veal before cooking it is not recommended as the safest method.

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Why is my ground turkey grey? ›

But as any poultry starts to go bad, it will start to turn an unpleasant shade of gray. If that pink hue starts to look slightly dull then it's time to use up your ground turkey immediately, and if it has a gray tint (even just a slight one), then it's time to toss it.

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Should you marinate ground turkey? ›

Marinating ground turkey meat can infuse it with additional flavor. You can create a simple marinade using ingredients like olive oil, lemon juice, soy sauce, and your choice of herbs and spices. Let the meat marinate for at least 30 minutes before cooking.

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Can I eat ground turkey every day? ›

Protein is a macronutrient, which means that your body needs a lot of it. Your body can't store protein, so you need to consume it every day. As long as you don't eat too much turkey, it is a healthy way to get the protein you need. It's also a good source of beneficial vitamins and minerals like magnesium and niacin.