Our 50 All-Time-Best Ground Turkey Recipes
Ground turkey is one of those ingredients we always keep on hand. It cooks up quickly and is versatile enough to use in burgers, chili, meatloaf and more — which means a great, homemade meal is never out of reach.
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Our Best Ideas for Ground Turkey
When you need a reliable weeknight dinner, grab that package of ground turkey from your refrigerator. It’s a lean protein which means you can easily whip lots of healthy options, but it’s also juicy and delicious—and can just as easily be used in any of your favorite recipes. Craving a comforting pot of chili or a plateful of stuffed peppers? Or maybe you want a reliable family favorite like meatloaf or lasagna. Ground turkey can do it all. Best of all, it cooks up quickly so you’ve got lots of options for getting a meal on the table fast. One of our favorite uses for ground turkey has to be meatballs—especially these ones. They’ve got a light, tender texture and are packed with flavorful herbs. The meat mixture is softer than you might expect, thanks to the addition of ricotta, but sacrificing a perfectly round shape is worth it. These meatballs truly live up to their name!
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Turkey Lasagna
This lasagna recipe skips the onerous step of boiling lasagna noodles. Layer uncooked ones in the hearty turkey ragu and they will emerge from the oven fork-tender under their bubbling blanket of cheese.
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Anne Burrell's Turkey Burger
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Shawarma Stuffed Peppers
Molly says, "These stuffed peppers are inspired by the flavors of one of my all-time favorite street foods, shawarma. Shawarma is a Middle Eastern dish consisting of seasoned meat cooked on a spit and then shaved thin. The spice combination typically found in shawarma is savory, warm and totally addictive!"
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Turkey Burger Patty Melts
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The Best Turkey Meatloaf
A slightly lighter version of the all-American classic, this satisfying meatloaf uses chicken broth and soaked panko to stay moist, and a mix of fresh herbs for flavor. It’s the best turkey meatloaf you’ll find!
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Turkey and Artichoke-Stuffed Shells
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Sloppy Bombay Joes
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Healthy Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs with Zoodles
You can have fork-tender turkey meatballs that are golden yet moist, thanks to the air fryer! Pair with fun zoodles, your favorite jarred tomato sauce and an extra pinch of Parmesan for a delicious and wholesome meal.
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Stuffed Turkey Burgers
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Turkey Chili with Butternut Squash Noodles
This easy, weeknight chili has an extra vegetable component: butternut squash noodles. These sweet and savory twirly bites add texture, flavor and color.
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Individual Turkey Shepherd's Pie
Our version of this rustic British classic transforms it into a quick, easy main for any night of the week. For an all-in-one meal in single servings, you can divide the filling among four 9-ounce ramekins before topping it with the mashed potatoes. Bake on a baking sheet until the filling is bubbly around the edges and the potatoes are lightly browned, about 15 minutes.
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Turkey Meatloaf
For a leaner take on the classic meatloaf, try ground turkey instead of beef. Serve the slices hot or enjoy them cold in a sandwich.
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Turkey and Spinach Taquitos
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Mini Meatloaves
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Big-Batch Turkey Chili
Pull out your biggest pot and get ready to make a whole lot of chili. All the effort and time will pay off, knowing that your freezer is filled with easy dinners that can be thawed and quickly reheated.
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Spicy Turkey Meatballs and Spaghetti
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Double-Decker Turkey Patty Melt
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Ohio Turkey Chili
Sweeter than the typical chili, Valerie’s recipe calls for ground turkey, chopped chocolate, cinnamon and Worcestershire sauce. For authentic Ohio-style chili, she serves the dish over a heaping bowl of spaghetti.
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Mini Turkey Meatballs
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Butternut Squash and Turkey Chili
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Southwest Turkey Burgers
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Lemon Whole-Grain Linguine with Turkey Meatballs
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Jerk Turkey Burgers with Mango Slaw
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California Turkey Chili
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The Ultimate Sloppy Joes
Ground turkey, brown sugar and ketchup add a touch of sweetness to Tyler’s sloppy joes. Pro tip: Prepare the bread and butter pickles the day before and chill in the fridge overnight to let the flavors develop.
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Turkey Lettuce Wraps
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Terrific Turkey Burger
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Ground Turkey Enchilada Stir-Fry with Couscous
An enchilada, by definition, is a corn tortilla filled with various ingredients and drenched in cheese and sauce. This recipe doesn't involve any rolling of tortillas, nor does it require copious amounts of cheese. However, every bite will remind you of the flavors of this popular comfort food.
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Turkey Noodle Casserole
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Indian Summer Turkey Chili
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Mom's Turkey Meatloaf
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Turkey Bolognese Sauce
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Bobby Flay's Turkey Burgers
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Turkey, Kale and Brown Rice Soup
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My Big Fat Greek Burgers
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Spanish Turkey Meatball Stew
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Turkey-and-Rice Stuffed Peppers
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Turkey Meatballs with Quick and Spicy Tomato Sauce and Whole-Wheat Spaghetti
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Perfect Turkey Burgers
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Turkey-Apple Swedish Meatballs
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Ryder's Turkey Chili
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Classic Italian Turkey Meatballs
Giada uses both ground turkey and turkey sausage to whip up these tender, delicious meatballs.
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Ranch-Style Turkey Chili
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Turkey Tacos Picadillo
There’s nothing bland about these fiery tacos. To really kick it up a notch, try frying your own taco shells.
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Mini Turkey Meatloaves
Ree puts a modern twist on a classic comfort food with ground turkey, bacon bits and red pepper flakes. Her secret weapon? She uses oats in place of breadcrumbs.
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Turkey and Quinoa Stuffed Peppers
Guy stuffs his peppers with ground turkey, red quinoa and kale before topping them with a panko-Parmesan mixture and a drizzle of Roasted Tomatillo Avocado Sauce. These just may be the most-satisfying stuffed peppers around.
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Slow Cooker Turkey Chili
Cocoa powder may seem a bit out of place in chili, but it has two jobs in this mole-inspired version: It adds depth of flavor and helps thicken the sauce. We suggest serving the chili with tortilla chips, but it would also be great with cornbread.
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Turkey Meatloaf with Feta and Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Feta and sun-dried tomatoes add exotic flavor to Giada's healthy turkey meatloaf.
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Penne with Turkey Ragu
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