Description
Learn how to cook ground turkey perfectly every time with this quick and easy method. Tender, juicy, and flavorful, this basic recipe is ideal for tacos, pasta, soups, casseroles, or meal prep. A healthy and versatile kitchen staple for any home cook.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon butter or cooking oil
1 pound ground turkey (80/20)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Heat butter or oil in a medium skillet over high heat until melted.
- Add ground turkey to the skillet and break it apart gently with a spoon or tongs.
- Sprinkle salt and pepper over the turkey and let it cook undisturbed for 5 minutes to achieve browning.
- Break the turkey into smaller crumbles and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked and no longer pink, about 6–7 minutes.
- Use immediately in your favorite recipe, or let cool before storing.
Notes
- Add minced garlic, onion, or bell peppers for extra flavor.
- Season with taco seasoning, Italian herbs, or curry powder to match your dish.
- Use olive oil or avocado oil for a lighter option.
- For a golden crust, cook the turkey in smaller batches.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 2 mins
- Cook Time: 12 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
