25 Ground Turkey Casseroles That Upstage Chicken & Beef
From ground turkey enchiladas casserole to taco bakes and sloppy joe casseroles.
Do you cook with ground turkey very often? It's a staple in many houses year-round. It's perfect for tacos, burgers, meatballs and more! It has a mild flavor and tender texture that's especially good for casseroles, since it's lean and doesn't add a greasy or heavy taste that other meats can. Plus, it's one of the more affordable budget-friendly proteins in the meat section of the supermarket and who can argue with that? These 25 ground turkey casseroles are perfect for busy nights without the guilt.
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What Can Be Made From Ground Turkey?
When trying to think of ways to use ground turkey, keep one simple thing in mind. For the most part, if a recipe calls for ground beef, it can easily be swapped for this healthier option.
I love sneaking it into recipes without my boys even noticing because the flavor is the same. Tacos, sloppy joes, soups, meatballs and casseroles are terrific dishes for ground turkey.
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What Can Be Added to Ground Turkey To Give It Flavor?
Many people shy away from ground turkey because they think it's flavorless and dry, but it doesn't have to be! Adding extra flavor is easy by pairing it with ingredients like garlic and onion. Be sure to always season well with salt and pepper too. This is one reason why ground turkey works so well in tacos—that Mexican seasoning gives it tons of flavor!
How Do You Make Ground Turkey More Moist?
As far as drying out, when you brown it off, add a little olive oil and don't overcook it. If used in a recipe with vegetables, they will add moisture back in as well.
Using ground turkey in soups and casseroles helps to avoid drying out too. It absorbs flavor and liquid so well, nobody will ever notice if it's a little drier than normal.
Healthy Casseroles With Ground Turkey
Here are a few we could eat every night of the week:
Caprese Quinoa Casserole is a new healthy twist on Italian night.
Low-Carb Enchilada Casserole has just as much flavor as its beef counterpart thanks to green chilies, but it can be made gluten-free!
Turkey Crock Pot Breakfast Casserole will get your day started right, or could be a new breakfast for supper idea.
These easy ground turkey casseroles are sure to become part of your regular meal rotation. Make them often, savor every bite and enjoy!
Best Ground Turkey Casseroles
Krista Marshall
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