Fuel your day with these 15 high-protein ground turkey recipes designed to keep you satisfied and energized. From hearty turkey chili and savory turkey meatballs to flavorful stuffed peppers, power bowls, and lean turkey skillet meals, each dish packs plenty of protein without sacrificing taste. Whether you’re meal-prepping for the week, looking for easy weeknight dinners, or wanting healthier alternatives to your favorite comfort foods, these recipes deliver balanced, filling meals that support your nutrition goals while keeping hunger at bay.
1. Turkey Taco Skillet That’ll Ruin Restaurant Tacos for You
This one-pan wonder hits the table in 15 minutes and tastes like you spent an hour. Who needs a tortilla when the flavor’s this loud?
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey (93/7 lean)
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 cup salsa (your favorite jarred kind)
- ½ cup shredded cheddar
- Optional: avocado, cilantro, lime
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Add turkey and break it up with a wooden spoon.
- Toss in onion and bell pepper once turkey’s halfway browned.
- Sprinkle spices, stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in salsa, simmer 3–4 minutes until thick.
- Top with cheese, cover until melty. Done.
Why You’ll Love It
32g protein, zero cleanup, and it reheats like a dream. I once ate this straight from the pan at 11 p.m.—no regrets.
2. Thai Turkey Lettuce Wraps (PF Chang’s Who?)
Crunchy, spicy, sweet—these wraps are basically adult lunchables. Plus, they’re low-carb without trying.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 3 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sriracha
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 carrot, shredded
- 3 green onions, sliced
- Butter lettuce leaves
- Crushed peanuts
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Brown turkey in a skillet.
- Stir in hoisin, soy, sriracha, and lime. Cook 2 minutes.
- Mix in carrot and half the green onions.
- Spoon into lettuce cups. Top with peanuts and remaining onions.
Why You’ll Love It
28g protein, gluten-free, and the crunch is addictive. Pro tip: double the sauce—it’s liquid gold.
3. Turkey Meatball Subs That Don’t Need Beef
These meatballs stay juicy thanks to a sneaky pantry trick. (Spoiler: it’s Greek yogurt.)
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup panko
- 1 egg
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup marinara
- 4 hoagie rolls
- Provolone slices
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Mix turkey, yogurt, panko, egg, and seasoning. Roll into 12 balls.
- Bake at 400°F for 15 minutes.
- Warm marinara, toss meatballs in sauce.
- Stuff rolls with meatballs, sauce, and cheese. Broil 2 minutes.
Why You’ll Love It
35g protein per sub. The yogurt keeps them tender—trust me, I learned the hard way with dry turkey bricks.
4. Buffalo Turkey Stuffed Peppers
Think buffalo wings met a veggie and had a protein-packed baby.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 4 bell peppers, halved
- ½ cup buffalo sauce
- ⅓ cup cream cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella
- 2 tbsp ranch seasoning
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Brown turkey, stir in ranch seasoning.
- Mix in cream cheese and half the buffalo sauce.
- Stuff pepper halves, top with mozzarella.
- Bake at 375°F for 25 minutes. Drizzle remaining buffalo sauce.
Why You’ll Love It
30g protein, keto-friendly, and the cheese pull? Instagram-worthy.
5. Turkey Bolognese That Tastes Like Nonna’s (Minus the Guilt)
Rich, slow-simmered flavor in 30 minutes. Your pasta night just leveled up.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 carrot, finely diced
- 1 celery stalk, diced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 can crushed tomatoes
- ½ cup milk (yes, milk)
- Parmesan rind (optional but chef’s kiss)
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Sauté veggies in olive oil until soft.
- Add turkey, brown completely.
- Pour in tomatoes and milk. Add rind if using.
- Simmer 20 minutes. Serve over zucchini noodles or pasta.
Why You’ll Love It
29g protein, freezes beautifully. The milk tenderizes the sauce—science, baby.
6. Korean Turkey Bowls with Gochujang Kick
Sweet, spicy, sticky—this bowl is your new takeout replacement.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 3 tbsp gochujang
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Cooked rice
- Kimchi, cucumber, sesame seeds
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Whisk gochujang, honey, soy, and sesame oil.
- Brown turkey, pour sauce over. Stir 2 minutes.
- Serve over rice with kimchi and cucumber ribbons.
Why You’ll Love It
31g protein, 10-minute dinner. Warning: you’ll crave this weekly.
7. Turkey Breakfast Hash (Yes, Breakfast)
Because who says protein is only for dinner?
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 sweet potatoes, diced
- 1 apple, diced
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 4 eggs
- Hot sauce (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Crisp sweet potatoes in a skillet, 8 minutes.
- Add turkey and apple, cook until browned.
- Sprinkle cinnamon, make 4 wells, crack eggs in.
- Cover until eggs set. Hot sauce = mandatory.
Why You’ll Love It
34g protein, sweet-savory magic. Meal prep it for grab-and-go mornings.
8. Turkey Chili Verde That’s Green and Mean
Tomatillos bring the tang, turkey brings the gains.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 lb tomatillos, husked
- 2 poblano peppers
- 1 onion
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Cumin, oregano
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Roast tomatillos and poblanos under broiler until charred.
- Blend with onion, garlic, spices.
- Brown turkey, add green sauce and broth. Simmer 15 minutes.
Why You’ll Love It
30g protein, freezer-friendly. Top with avocado—because balance.
9. Turkey Gyro Bowls with Homemade Tzatziki
Mediterranean vibes, zero food truck lines.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- ½ cucumber, grated
- Pita, tomatoes, red onion
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Mix turkey with spices, form patties, cook 4 minutes per side.
- Stir yogurt, cucumber, lemon, dill for tzatziki.
- Build bowls: pita pieces, turkey, veggies, sauce.
Why You’ll Love It
33g protein, fresh and filling. The tzatziki lasts 4 days—slather it on everything.
10. Turkey Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
The ultimate “I have nothing in the fridge” hack.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 4 sweet potatoes
- 1 can black beans, rinsed
- 1 tsp taco seasoning
- Cheddar, green onions
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Microwave sweet potatoes 8–10 minutes.
- Brown turkey with taco seasoning, add beans.
- Split potatoes, stuff with turkey mix, top with cheese.
Why You’ll Love It
36g protein, 20-minute meal. The sweet-spicy combo is weirdly perfect.
11. Turkey Egg Roll in a Bowl
All the crunch, none of the fryer guilt.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 bag coleslaw mix
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp ginger
- Wonton strips (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Brown turkey, push to side.
- Add coleslaw mix, cook until wilted.
- Stir in soy, vinegar, ginger. Top with crispy strips.
Why You’ll Love It
29g protein, one pan, 12 minutes. Craving satisfied.
12. Turkey Spinach Artichoke Skillet
Your favorite dip, now dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 bag spinach
- 1 can artichoke hearts, chopped
- 4 oz cream cheese
- ½ cup Parmesan
- Garlic, red pepper flakes
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Brown turkey with garlic and flakes.
- Add spinach until wilted, then artichokes.
- Stir in cream cheese and Parm until saucy.
Why You’ll Love It
31g protein, low-carb comfort food. Serve with crusty bread or eat with a spoon—your call.
13. Turkey Teriyaki Meatballs
Sticky, sweet, better than takeout.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- ¼ cup panko
- 1 egg
- ⅓ cup teriyaki sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- Green onions, sesame seeds
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Mix turkey, panko, egg. Roll 16 balls.
- Bake 15 minutes at 400°F.
- Simmer teriyaki with cornstarch until thick, toss meatballs.
Why You’ll Love It
30g protein, kid-approved. Double the sauce—rice needs love too.
14. Turkey Caprese Stuffed Zucchini
Summer on a plate, even in November.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 4 zucchini, halved lengthwise
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Fresh mozzarella balls
- Balsamic glaze
- Basil
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Scoop zucchini centers, chop flesh.
- Cook turkey with zucchini flesh.
- Stuff boats, top with tomatoes and mozzarella.
- Bake 20 minutes at 375°F. Drizzle balsamic.
Why You’ll Love It
32g protein, fancy but easy. The balsamic makes it sing.
15. Turkey Shepherd’s Pie with Cauliflower Mash
Comfort food that doesn’t wreck your macros.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 bag frozen mixed veggies
- 1 head cauliflower, steamed
- 2 tbsp butter
- ½ cup beef broth
- Worcestershire sauce
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Brown turkey, add veggies and broth. Simmer.
- Mash cauliflower with butter, salt, pepper.
- Layer turkey mix in dish, top with mash. Broil 5 minutes.
Why You’ll Love It
34g protein, cozy AF. Leftovers taste better day two.
