Ground Turkey Recipes

Ground turkey sometimes doesn’t get the credit it deserves. It’s a great alternative to ground beef, and with rising grocery prices, you can often find it cheaper than ground beef too! I keep ground turkey stashed in my freezer all the time so I can make some of my favorite recipes including hearty turkey chili and turkey taco salad. So just in case you need a little inspiration from the Budget Bytes team, we’re sharing all of our favorite Ground Turkey recipes for you to enjoy!

Let us know which one is your favorite below, and make sure to save this page so you can reference it later! ;)

Turkey Taco Skillet

This easy and versatile Turkey Taco Skillet takes about 20 minutes to make, is freezer friendly, and can be served several different ways.

4.70 from 33 votes

$6.71 recipe / $1.68 serving Get the Recipe

One of the quickest dinners around, this Turkey Taco Skillet can be served over rice as a bowl meal, scooped up by tortilla chips, or stuffed into a tortilla for a quick burrito!

Turkey Meatballs

Homemade Turkey Meatballs are made with simple ingredients and are perfect for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner.

5 from 14 votes

$5.97 recipe / $1.49 serving Get the Recipe

When you’re craving spaghetti and meatballs but the price of ground beef is through the roof, make these tender and delicious Turkey Meatballs! They’ll hit that craving every time.

Mediterranean Turkey Bowls

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These Mediterranean Turkey Bowls are the perfect filling and fresh meal prep lunch for Spring and Summer. Plus, they're super versatile!

5 from 13 votes

$10.11 recipe / $2.53 serving Get the Recipe

If you’re looking for a light meal prep for workday lunches, you’ve got to give these Mediterranean Turkey Bowls a try! They come together quickly, hold up well in the fridge, and are so refreshing.

Turkey Chili

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This flavorful turkey chili features ground turkey, colorful beans and vegetables, and plenty of herbs and spices to keep you full and happy!

4.84 from 6 votes

$11.55 recipe / $1.78 serving Get the Recipe

If you like a little more color and texture in your bowl of chili, make a pot of this Turkey Chili. It’s chock-full of vegetables, beans, and hearty ground turkey, making the most wonderfully cozy and filling dinner.

Turkey Taco Salad

This Turkey Taco Salad is an easy, light, and fresh dinner that's flexible enough to feed all your family members, no matter how picky!

4.82 from 11 votes

$11.29 recipe / $2.82 serving Get the Recipe

Move over, Chipotle! This Turkey Taco Salad has your burrito bowls BEAT. Pack ’em up for meal prep lunches and make all of your coworkers jealous. ;)

Mediterranean Turkey Burgers

Overhead view of an open faced Mediterranean Turkey Burger on a paper lined plate with cucumber salad on the side

Spinach, sun dried tomatoes, feta, and a dilly yogurt sauce make these Mediterranean Turkey Burgers full of flavor and color.

4.92 from 93 votes

$11.47 recipe / $1.91 serving Get the Recipe

Change up your burger game with these Mediterranean Turkey Burgers. They’re full of colorful and flavorful ingredients and are topped with a tangy garlic dill sauce, red onion, and crunchy cucumbers.

Turkey Chili Smothered Sweet Potatoes

Tender baked sweet potatoes smothered with turkey and bean chili, then topped with melty cheddar. Turkey Chili Smothered Sweet Potatoes are an easy dinner!

4.93 from 28 votes

$9.26 recipe / $2.32 serving Get the Recipe

If fall could be represented in one dish, it would probably be these Turkey Chili Smothered Sweet Potatoes. The smoky-spicy flavor of the turkey chili pairs perfectly with the subtle sweetness of the sweet potatoes for a match made in heaven.

Sheet Pan BBQ Meatballs

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These Sheet Pan BBQ Meatballs are easy, colorful, and delicious. Plus the leftovers hold up great, so they're meal prep friendly!

4.80 from 34 votes

$7.84 recipe / $1.96 serving Get the Recipe

Who doesn’t love a sheet pan meal? Serve these Sheet Pan BBQ Meatballs over a bowl of rice for an easy and delicious weekday dinner with very little cleanup.

Ground Turkey Stir Fry

This super easy Ground Turkey Stir Fry is a delicious and versatile answer to busy weeknight dinners. Try the suggested variations to make it your own!

4.71 from 47 votes

$7.41 recipe / $1.48 serving Get the Recipe

One of my favorite meal preps of all time, this Ground Turkey Stir Fry is incredibly versatile! Toss in any veggie you have, customize the sauce to your liking, and you can have a different meal every time.

Maple Sage Breakfast Sausage

Maple Sage Breakfast Sausage is an easy way to make your weekend breakfast a little extra special, or to meal prep your breakfast protein for the week!

4.50 from 12 votes

$4.11 recipe / $0.82 serving Get the Recipe

You don’t even know how good breakfast sausage can be until you’ve made your own homemade Maple Sage Breakfast Sausage. And it’s easy. Impress your loved ones or house guests with this homemade sausage next weekend.

Spinach and Feta Turkey Meatballs

Spinach and Feta Turkey Meatballs are an easy way to add flavor and protein to your meal using inexpensive ground turkey. Perfect for meal prep!

4.93 from 53 votes

$7.83 recipe / $1.96 serving Get the Recipe

Hello gorgeous! These Spinach and Feta Turkey Meatballs are out to impress! And their flavor is even better than they look. Trust me.

Bacon Ranch Turkey Burgers

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These super simple Bacon Ranch Turkey Burgers are the BEST homemade burgers around. Simple ingredients with TONS of flavor!

4.41 from 10 votes

$12.11 recipe / $3.03 serving Get the Recipe

Bacon and ranch? Say no more. You don’t need a lot to transform some humble ground turkey into these amazing Bacon Ranch Turkey Burgers!

Turkey And Stuffing Meatballs

Turkey and Stuffing Meatballs

Turkey and Stuffing Meatballs make an easy and delicious addition to your Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving spread. Serve as an appetizer or main dish!

4.80 from 34 votes

$4.70 recipe / $0.24 per meatball Get the Recipe

These incredibly simple Turkey and Stuffing Meatballs have been a reader favorite for years. They’re perfect as a party appetizer, or even as a main dish served with some mashed potatoes, green beans, and cranberry sauce.

Hoisin Stir Fry Bowls With Spicy Peanut Sauce

Hoisin Stir Fry Bowls with Spicy Peanut Sauce

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Hoisin Stir Fry Bowls with a rich and spicy peanut sauce are a fast answer to dinner with tons of color, texture, and flavor. Use pork, chicken, or turkey!

4.93 from 71 votes

$9.69 recipe / $2.42 serving Get the Recipe

Stir fry bowls are always an easy go-to for lunch or dinner and these Hoisin Stir Fry Bowls are no exception. Make them for your weekday lunches and you won’t be tempted to order out!

Burrito Bowl Meal Prep

The Easiest Burrito Bowl Meal Prep that you can put together in about 30 minutes with minimal cooking, chopping, and nothing to pack on the side. Lunch can be easy and tasty!

4.78 from 18 votes

$9.05 recipe / $2.26 serving Get the Recipe

Have we mentioned that ground turkey is great for meal prep? 😅 It’s perfect for a classic Burrito Bowl, whether you want to go simple or dress it up with tons of fun toppings.

Green Chile Turkey Burgers

These Green Chile Turkey Burgers can’t be beat for a fast, flavorful weeknight dinner. Healthy, ready in about 30 minutes, and full of southwest flavor.

4.84 from 37 votes

$10.71 recipe / $1.79 serving Get the Recipe

The lighter flavor of ground turkey allows the zesty flavor of green chiles to really shine in these Green Chile Turkey Burgers!

Mini Garden Turkey Loaves

Mini turkey loaves with vegetables, served on a plate.

These Mini Garden Turkey Loaves are packed with flavorful and nutritious shredded vegetables for a colorful and vibrant spin on the traditional meatloaf.

4.91 from 95 votes

$9.44 recipe / $1.57 serving Get the Recipe

These cute little ground turkey loaves have been a reader favorite for years because they’re perfectly portioned, full of veggies, and freeze well for quick reheatable meals later!

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Comments

Paul says:

10.25.23 at 11:53 pm

Looking forward to seeing your recipes.

fred says:

10.21.23 at 3:43 pm

The mini garden turkey loaves are probably my favorite recipe from your site. Unfortunately, ground turkey, especially the leaner kind, is not cheaper than beef anymore, and never seems to go on sale either.