Are you ready for a recipe that will change your whole dinner game? These turkey tacos will knock your regular recipe right out! This lightened-up version will have your whole family wanting more!

Instead of ground beef, this recipe opts for ground turkey – making this recipe lighter, leaner and full of flavor!

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Taco Seasoning

It’s easy to go to the grocery store to purchase and buy a premade taco seasoning packet, but what about making your own? All it takes is some paprika, oregano, chili, onion powder and garlic powder. Once combined, you can use it right away or store it for later use. For this recipe you can choose either option.

Ingredients You’ll Need

ground turkey
olive oil
onion
garlic
tomato sauce
water
ground chili powder
ground cumin
smoked paprika
dried oregano
salt and pepper
green chiles
tortillas
other favorite toppings

How to Make Ground Turkey Tacos

Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add in the turkey and onion. Continue to cook and break apart the turkey, until browned.
Once the meat has cooked, add in the garlic, tomato sauce, water, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Stir and lower the heat, allowing the meat and ingredients to simmer for about 10 minutes.
Spoon out a small portion of cooked turkey into tortillas, top with your favorite toppings and a squeeze of lime. Serve and enjoy!

Taco Toppings

Topping choices are completely up to you and your family! You can use anything that includes: shredded cheese, shredded lettuce, sour cream, guacamole, plain Greek yogurt, guacamole, tomatoes, salsa or pico de gallo, fresh cilantro, and so much more!

Tips for Making Ground Turkey Moist

Making ground turkey is easier than you may think! Simply purchase the prepackaged meat from your favorite grocery store and cook over medium heat on the stove. You will have to add some water during cooking to avoid the meat drying out. Add in your seasoning and be sure not to overcook!

Is Ground Turkey Meat Healthy?

Both ground turkey and ground beef can be nutritious meats! They both provide you with protein, fat and a number of different vitamins and minerals. It is important to note that ground turkey is lower in saturated fat, making it a better choice for your heart!

Side Dishes to Serve with Ground Turkey Tacos

Wondering what to serve with your turkey tacos? If you’d like to stick with the Mexican style, here are some great options:

Guacamole
Mexican Street Corn Salad
Red Salsa
Mexican Rice
Refried Beans

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Easy Ground Turkey Tacos Recipe

Are you ready for a recipe that will change your whole dinner game? These turkey tacos will knock your regular recipe right out! This lightened up version will have your whole family wanting more!

Cuisine Mexican

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 15

Servings

Ingredients

1 pound ground turkey
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 onion chopped
3 cloves garlic minced
8 oz tomato sauce
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon ground chili powder
1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano
salt and pepper to taste
4 oz mild green chiles
tortillas for serving
Other favorite toppings

Instructions

Heat oil in a skillet over medium high heat.
Once hot, add in the turkey and onion. Continue to cook and break apart the turkey, until browned.
Once the meat has cooked, add in the garlic, tomato sauce, water, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Stir and lower the heat, allowing the meat and ingredients to simmer for about 10 minutes.
Spoon out a small portion of cooked turkey into tortillas, top with your favorite toppings and a squeeze of lime. Serve and enjoy!