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20 Ground Turkey Recipes to Add to Your Weeknight Dinner Rotatation

January 25, 2025 by Donna Dizon Leave a Comment

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Ground Turkey is a great low-cost, low-fat alternative to Ground beef. Many people who are looking to cut down on fat and improve their health switch to ground turkey instead of ground beef and they don’t turn back.

These recipes are so great and flavorful that you will start wanting to make them all the time. So, switch up your dinner routine and try some of these amazing ground turkey recipes. I’m sure you’ll find yourself adding them to your weeknight dinner rotation!

Turkey Taco Bowl

Turkey Taco Bowl.

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This Turkey Taco Bowl recipe is a super easy dinner and does well for meal prep. You can also swap the ground turkey for leftover turkey meat if you ever make a whole turkey. 

Get the Recipe: Turkey Taco Bowl

 

Ground Turkey Tacos

Ground Turkey Tacos.

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These delicious and healthy ground turkey tacos can be customized to suit your taste. This step-by-step guide will have you making this crowd-pleasing dish in no time.

Get the Recipe: Ground Turkey Tacos

 

Hearty Ground Turkey Soup

Hearty Ground Turkey Soup.

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This hearty, satisfying ground turkey soup is made with lean ground turkey, five kinds of vegetables, beans, and pasta in a tomato broth. Full of rich Mediterranean flavors from tomato, fennel, and basil, you could eat this soup all winter long.

Get the Recipe: Hearty Ground Turkey Soup

 

Ground Turkey Stir Fry

Ground Turkey Stir Fry.

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This is the easiest weeknight dinner: Ground Turkey Stir Fry! It’s easy, super fast, sneaks in loads of veggies, and is made with the leanest protein out there… ground turkey. This is one of the healthiest and tastiest ground turkey recipes!!

Get the Recipe: Ground Turkey Stir Fry

 

Southwest Ground Turkey Enchiladas

Southwest Ground Turkey Enchiladas.

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These Southwest Ground Turkey Enchiladas are a fun and delicious Mexican dinner recipe! It is filled with turkey, black beans, corn, and diced green chiles.

Get the Recipe: Southwest Ground Turkey Enchiladas

 

Tater Tot Turkey Casserole

Tater Tot Turkey Casserole.

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Hearty and comforting, this turkey casserole is a perfect way to use leftover turkey for a delicious family meal. If you have kids, they will be so excited to have tater tots for dinner that they won’t notice it’s super healthy. 

Get the Recipe: Tater Tot Turkey Casserole

 

Turkey Meatballs

Turkey Meatballs.

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This turkey meatball recipe is addicting! It’s simple, irresistible, and incredibly versatile. They are great as an appetizer, a main course (like Spaghetti and Meatballs in Marinara sauce), or a homemade meatball sandwich.

Get the Recipe: Turkey Meatballs

 

Turkey Potstickers

TURKEY POTSTICKERS.

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Potstickers, those delectable little dumplings filled with savory goodness, have long been a staple of Asian cuisine. Their delicate wrappers, crimped edges, and burst of flavors upon first bite have captivated taste buds worldwide. These ones are made with ground turkey for a lean option. 

Get the Recipe: TURKEY POTSTICKERS

 

Ground Turkey Cabbage Soup

Ground Turkey Cabbage Soup.

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Ground Turkey Cabbage Soup is a delicious, veggie-packed soup filled with good-for-you ingredients! It has lean ground turkey, cabbage, and plenty of other fresh vegetables, all in a super flavorful broth, making this easy, one-pot recipe a family favorite!

Get the Recipe: Ground Turkey Cabbage Soup

 

Ground Turkey Vegetable Soup

Ground Turkey Vegetable Soup.

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Tasty, cozy soups are always great when it’s chilly outside, and this ground turkey vegetable soup is so good you’ll be craving it all year round! In addition to the ground turkey, this soup has vegetables, Italian seasoning, tomatoes, and more, giving it a rich and hearty flavor.

Get the Recipe: Ground Turkey Vegetable Soup

 

Healthy Ground Turkey Skillet 

Healthy Ground Turkey Skillet (No Rice).

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This Ground Turkey Taco Skillet is a winner! It’s packed with all the delicious taco flavors you love, plus a bit of cheese and veggies for a healthy twist.

Get the Recipe: Healthy Ground Turkey Skillet 

 

Instant Pot Cheeseburger Soup

Instant Pot Cheeseburger Soup.

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Make a batch of this Instant Pot Cheeseburger Soup for comfort food your entire family will love! This version skips Velveeta and uses ground turkey, potatoes, seasonings, heavy cream, and loads of freshly shredded cheddar cheese. 

Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Cheeseburger Soup

 

Baked Turkey Meatballs

Baked Turkey Meatballs.

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These baked turkey meatballs are so easy and flavorful! This ground turkey meatball recipe is perfect for meal prep and when you need a quick dinner on those busy weeknights.

Get the Recipe: Baked Turkey Meatballs

 

Cabbage Roll Soup Recipe

Cabbage Roll Soup Recipe.

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Cabbage rolls are a classic comfort food that requires a lot of hands-on time. Luckily, this easy cabbage roll soup recipe gives you all the flavor of the traditional dish with only 15 minutes of prep!

Get the Recipe: Cabbage Roll Soup Recipe

 

Ground Turkey and Sweet Potato Skillet

Ground Turkey and Sweet Potato Skillet.

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This Ground Turkey and Sweet Potato Skillet is the easiest one-pan meal: healthy, quick, and delicious! It’s packed with protein and fiber and is naturally gluten-free too.

Get the Recipe: Ground Turkey and Sweet Potato Skillet

 

Turkey, Corn, and Black Bean Chili 

Turkey, Corn, and Black Bean Chili (Video).

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This easy turkey, corn, and black bean chili is perfect for quick dinners on chilly weeknights. It’s ready in under an hour with just a handful of pantry staples.

Get the Recipe: Turkey, Corn, and Black Bean Chili

 

Ground Turkey Quesadilla

Ground Turkey Quesadilla.

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If you’re looking for a quesadilla that’s a bit on the lighter side, a lean Ground Turkey Quesadilla is a fantastic option, especially when jazzed up with the bold flavors of garlic and sage. While this recipe calls for ground turkey, it’s also a great way to use leftover turkey from holiday meals.

Get the Recipe: Ground Turkey Quesadilla

 

The Best Turkey Smash Burgers

The Best Turkey Smash Burgers.

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This delicious turkey smash burger recipe is the best I’ve ever tasted. Turkey patties are smashed onto a hot cast iron skillet to produce a caramelized exterior that’s crisp, savory, and delicious. Serve on a toasted bun with your favorite toppings and condiments!

Get the Recipe: The Best Turkey Smash Burgers

 

Sesame Ground Turkey Bowls

Sesame Ground Turkey Bowls.

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These sesame ground turkey bowls are a flavorful dinner option and it’s ready in less than 20 minutes!

Get the Recipe: Sesame Ground Turkey Bowls

 

Dutch Oven Turkey Chili

Dutch Oven Turkey Chili.

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This Dutch oven turkey chili has everything going for it. It’s smoky, spicy, and so incredibly satisfying that you’ll be making it on repeat all the time.

Get the Recipe: Dutch Oven Turkey Chili

 

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