Seasoned Ground Turkey
This seasoned ground turkey is SO EASY! A flavorful, protein-packed base perfect for tacos, stuffed peppers, or pasta dishes.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Wooden Spoon
- Measuring Spoons
- Cutting board and knife
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground turkey lean and flavorful
- 1 large onion finely diced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper ground
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
Seasoned Ground Turkey
- Finely dice the large onion to prepare for cooking.
- Place your large skillet over medium heat and allow it to warm up.
- Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté for about 3-4 minutes, or until translucent.
- Add the 2 pounds of ground turkey to the skillet. Use a wooden spoon to break it up as it cooks. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.
- Once the turkey is mostly cooked through (about 5-6 minutes), add garlic powder, paprika, thyme leaves, oregano, salt, black pepper, and onion powder. Mix well to evenly distribute the seasonings.
- Continue cooking the seasoned ground turkey for another 4-5 minutes, or until fully cooked and no longer pink. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Once cooked, serve the seasoned ground turkey as desired, alone or in your favorite recipes.
Notes
- Do not rush sautéing the onion; it builds important flavor.
- Avoid overcooking the turkey to keep it moist and tender.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as you cook for best flavor.
- Let the turkey rest a minute after cooking to meld flavors.
- Use leftovers in salads, chili, pasta, or stuffed peppers for variety.