Easy Ground Turkey Recipes (to Make in Your Slow Cooker!)
This recipe guide includes delicious and easy slow cooker ground turkey recipes, because, let’s be honest, ground turkey is one of those ingredients that people often shy away from using because can dry out during cooking, or taste bland and boring. But turkey is a super versatile protein, and cooking it low and slow in the crockpot is the perfect method to get juicy, tender meat every time; all with less effort, less mess, and less stress. Psst: after you check out these slow cooker turkey recipes, don’t forget that the crockpot is a great way to cook all kinds of turkey, including moist & juicy turkey breast. Yum!
Juicy Slow Cooker Turkey Meatballs in Marinara (No Egg)
Full of fresh herbs like basil, and slow simmered in a simple marinara sauce, this slow cooker turkey meatball recipe is packed with protein, and made without breadcrumbs or eggs. Plus, there's no pre-cooking, so it's super easy to prep and the meatballs come out juicy and will truly melt-in-your-mouth.
Ingredients: ground turkey, marinara sauce, basil, spinach, onion, garlic powder, parmesan and salt.
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Easy Slow Cooker Turkey Chili
This easy slow cooker turkey chili is the BEST wholesome chili that's packed with lean ground turkey, plenty of veggies, and hearty beans! So simple, delicious and crowd-pleasing, it's a sure hit any time you want a hearty, filling, and nourishing meal.
Ingredients: ground turkey, canned beans, bell peppers, onion, sweet potato, tomatoes, cumin, chili powder, lime juice, and other spices.
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Easy Slow Cooker Turkey Tacos
These easy slow cooker turkey tacos combine ground turkey meat with tomato sauce & a few simple spices for the perfect, easy prep taco filling. Make tonight taco night!
Ingredients: ground turkey, tomato sauce, olive oil, cumin, chili powder, granulated garlic powder, paprika and salt
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Slow Cooker Pumpkin Chili (No Beans)
Calling all pumpkin lovers! Hearty, warming, and simple to prepare, this easy slow cooker pumpkin chili is loaded with tender ground beef, onions, bell pepper, canned pumpkin, spices, and is made without beans. The perfect cozy fall crockpot meal to cozy up with, it's filling, nourishing, and so easy to make!
Ingredients: ground beef, pumpkin puree, bell pepper, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, onion, garlic, spices.
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Buffalo Turkey Meatballs (Crockpot or Oven-Baked)
Tender, juicy, and super delicious, these Buffalo ground turkey meatballs are simple to prepare, and come together simply and easily in the slow cooker or baked in the oven; no pre-cooking required! Doused in a spicy homemade Buffalo sauce, let me show you how easy it is to make.
Ingredients: ground turkey, grated onion, almond flour (or breadcrumbs), nutritional yeast (or parmesan cheese), granulated garlic powder, cayenne pepper sauce, butter, and salt.
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Slow Cooker Ground Turkey Sloppy Joes
Made with ground turkey meat and a homemade sloppy joe sauce including tomato paste, ketchup, and simple spices, this wholesome slow cooker turkey sloppy joe recipe takes ground turkey from a basic protein to a delicious, craveable family meal!
Ingredients: ground turkey, tomato paste, ketchup, mustard, olive oil, garlic powder, onions, red bell peppers, water and salt.
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Pineapple Teriyaki Meatballs
Pineapple Teriyaki Meatballs are a quick 30 minute or easy make-ahead crockpot dinner with ground chicken, crushed pineapple, and a homemade naturally sweetened teriyaki sauce.
Ingredients: ground chicken (or pork or turkey), green onion, garlic, ginger, coconut aminos, crushed pineapple, pineapple juice, honey, arrowroot powder (or corn starch), almond flour (or oat flour) and water.
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Crockpot Mini Turkey Meatball Vegetable Soup
Crockpot Mini Turkey Meatball Vegetable Soup is hearty one-pot meal that’s packed with the good stuff. A gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo, whole30 recipe your family will love.
Ingredients: ground turkey (or ground beef), onion, carrots, celery, zucchini, tomatoes, stock, spinach, Italian seasoning and other spices
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Slow Cooker Paleo Turkey Apple Chili (+ 30-Minute Stovetop Option)
Sweet, spicy, and easy to throw together, Slow Cooker Paleo Turkey Apple Chili is perfect for fall or anytime of year. With a 30-Minute stovetop option you can make this one anytime.
Ingredients: ground turkey, onion, garlic, cumin, chipotle peppers, apples, tomato sauce, lime juice, and other seasonings
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Slow Cooker Ground Turkey Chili (More Ground Turkey Crockpot Recipes)
Easy and delicious slow cooker ground turkey chili, plus more slow cooker turkey recipes!
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb 93% lean dark meat ground turkey
- 2 tsp kosher salt, divided
- 1 tsp granulated garlic powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp mild chili powder
- 1 cup diced yellow onion
- 1 cup diced yellow bell pepper
- 1 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1 cup peeled and diced sweet potato
- 1 (15-oz) can no-sugar added tomato sauce
- 1 (15-oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (15-oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15-oz) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15-oz) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp hot sauce, optional
Optional Serving Suggestions:
- Easy Guacamole
- Chopped onion, cilantro, jalapeno, avocado, sour cream, cheese, chips
Equipment
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the turkey, sprinkle with ½ teaspoon salt, then stir, breaking the ground turkey apart with a wooden spoon.
- Allow the turkey to brown on one side, about 4-5 minutes, then stir to flip the turkey. Add the onion, bell pepper, garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, and additional ½ teaspoon salt. Stir to combine.
- Cook an additional 3-4 minutes until the turkey is browned and the onion and pepper are softened, stirring occasionally.
- Carefully transfer the turkey, onion, and bell pepper mixture to a 6-quart slow cooker. Add the sweet potato, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, black beans, kidney beans, pinto beans, and 1 teaspoon salt. Stir until well combined.
- Cover and cook on high for 4-5 hours or low for 6-7 hours.
- Uncover, stir, and add the lime juice and hot sauce if using. Taste and add additional salt or hot sauce if desired. Serve with toppings of your choice.
Notes
- Without the hot sauce this chili is extremely mild. Adding the hot sauce at the end adds a much needed kick of spice and tang. I used Cholula hot sauce for this recipe.
- If you’re sensitive to heat skip the hot sauce and add extra lime juice and a bit more salt.
- You can also use 99% lean turkey. It might be slightly drier, but will still taste good.
Nutrition Information:
Serving: 1 (of 6), Calories: 292kcal, Carbohydrates: 37g, Protein: 21g, Fat: 7g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 3g, Cholesterol: 42mg, Sodium: 692mg, Potassium: 953mg, Fiber: 12g, Sugar: 6g, Vitamin A: 3275IU, Vitamin C: 72mg, Calcium: 109mg, Iron: 5mg
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