Ground Turkey Recipe

A simple, flavorful ground turkey recipe with pantry spices, onion, garlic, and a rich tomato base for an easy weeknight meal.

This ground turkey recipe is a quick, versatile, and satisfying dish made with simple ingredients you likely already have in your kitchen. It is seasoned with onion, garlic, tomato, and warm spices for a savory result that works well with rice, pasta, potatoes, or inside tacos and wraps. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe delivers plenty of flavor with minimal effort.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound ground turkey
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/4 cup water or low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley, optional

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
3. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Add the ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until no longer pink.
5. Season with salt, black pepper, paprika, oregano, and cumin.
6. Mix in the tomato paste, diced tomatoes, and water or broth.
7. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens and the flavors blend.
8. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
9. Remove from the heat and finish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm.