8 Ground Turkey Dinners That Are Not Boring

Turkey taco rice bowls

• 1 pound ground turkey
• 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
• 3 cups cooked rice
• 1 (15-ounce) can black beans
• Salsa and cheese

Brown the turkey with the seasoning and a splash of water, then build bowls.

Asian-style lettuce wraps

• 1 pound ground turkey
• 1 (8-ounce) can water chestnuts, chopped
• 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 head butter lettuce

Brown the turkey, add the water chestnuts and sauces and spoon into lettuce cups.

Baked turkey meatballs

• 1 1/2 pounds ground turkey
• 3/4 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• 1/3 cup Parmesan
• 2 garlic cloves

Roll, bake at 400°F for 18 to 20 minutes to 165°F and simmer in marinara.

Turkey chili

• 1 pound ground turkey
• 2 (15-ounce) cans beans
• 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• 1 onion
• 2 tablespoons chili powder

Brown the turkey and onion, add the rest and simmer 25 minutes.

Turkey burgers

• 1 1/4 pounds ground turkey
• 1/4 cup grated onion
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 4 buns

Mix gently, shape 4 patties and cook 5 to 6 minutes per side to 165°F.

Full recipe

Turkey taco pasta skillet

• 1 pound ground turkey
• 8 ounces small pasta
• 1 cup salsa
• 2 cups broth
• 1 cup shredded cheese

Brown the turkey, add the pasta, salsa and broth, simmer covered until tender and melt the cheese on top.

Turkey stuffed peppers

• 4 bell peppers
• 1 pound ground turkey
• 1 1/2 cups cooked rice
• 1 cup marinara
• 1 cup mozzarella

Fill, cover and bake at 375°F for 30 minutes, then top with cheese.

Full recipe

Turkey and veggie stir-fry

• 1 pound ground turkey
• 4 cups frozen stir-fry vegetables
• 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
• 2 garlic cloves

Brown the turkey, add the vegetables and sauce and serve over rice or noodles.