Best 3 Ground Turkey Goulash Recipes

Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary adventure into the realm of ground turkey goulash, a delectable dish brimming with rich flavors and hearty goodness. This versatile recipe offers endless possibilities to customize and create a meal that perfectly suits your palate. Ground turkey, a lean and flavorful protein, forms the heart of this dish, while an array of colorful vegetables, aromatic herbs, and savory spices paint a vibrant tapestry of taste sensations. Whether you prefer a classic Hungarian-inspired goulash, a zesty Mexican version, or a comforting American take, this collection of recipes holds the key to unlocking a world of culinary delight. Embark on this savory journey and discover the perfect ground turkey goulash recipe that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

GREAT GOULASH: GROUND TURKEY PAPRIKASH AND MACARONI

Great Goulash: Ground Turkey Paprikash and Macaroni image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1/2 pound elbow macaroni
Salt
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, 1 turn of the pan
1 tablespoon butter
1 package, 1 1/3 pounds average weight, ground lean white turkey
2 to 3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons sweet paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried marjoram
Black pepper
1 cup chicken stock, available in small 8 ounce paper containers on soup aisle of market
1 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley
2 tablespoons chopped dill

Steps:

Bring a pot of water to boil for pasta. When it comes to a boil, add pasta and salt to season the cooking water. Cook pasta 6 minutes to al dente.
While water comes to a boil and pasta cooks, heat a deep skillet over medium high heat. Add extra-virgin olive oil then butter then ground meat. Break up meat and crumble, 2 to 3 minutes. Add garlic, onions, red bell peppers and seasonings to the turkey. Cook 5 or 6 minutes then add chicken stock and sour cream to the pan. Bring to a bubble and reduce heat to low. Add cooked pasta and stir. Let pasta absorb some sauce, a minute or so. Adjust seasonings and serve. Garnish the prepared dish with chopped parsley and dill.

GROUND TURKEY GOULASH

Ground Turkey Goulash image

This is absolutely delicious! Try this on people who claim they don't like ground turkey. They shouldn't be able tell this isn't ground beef. Warmed up leftovers are even tastier. I did not use the parmesan cheese when I made this.

Provided by Jenniegal

Categories < 4 Hours

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 lb ground turkey
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, thinly sliced
1 small green pepper, chopped
1 (8 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes, cut up, with liquid
2 garlic cloves, pressed
2 cups dry pasta (twists or other)
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon parsley
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
grated parmesan cheese (optional)

Steps:

Cook turkey in olive oil until no longer pink. Add onion and celery, cook until onion is soft. Add green pepper and garlic, cook several minutes. Add tomatoes with liquid, mushrooms, along with other seasonings.
While mixture simmers, cook pasta according to directions. Be sure pasta is not overcooked before adding to mixture as it will continue to soften. Add drained pasta into sauce, cover and let simmer about 1/2 hour to absorb flavor. Stir occasionally. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese if desired.

GROUND TURKEY PAPRIKASH-GOULASH WITH MACARONI

Ground Turkey Paprikash-Goulash with Macaroni image

Categories Sauce turkey Boil

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1/2 pound rigate (ribbed elbow macaroni)
Salt
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil (EVOO) (once around the pan)
1 tablespoon butter
2 1/2 pounds ground lean white-meat turkey
4 garlic cloves, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and chopped
2 tablespoons sweet paprika (2 palmfuls)
2 teaspoons ground cumin (2/3 palmful)
2 teaspoons dried marjoram (2/3 palmful)
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper (2/3 palmful)
2 cups chicken stock or broth
1 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley (a generous handful)

Steps:

Bring a pot of water to a boil for the pasta. When it comes to a boil, add the pasta and salt to season the cooking water. Cook the pasta for 6 minutes, al dente.
While the water comes to a boil and the pasta cooks, heat a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add the EVOO, then butter, then ground meat. Break up the meat and crumble, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the garlic, onion, bell pepper, and seasonings to the turkey. Cook for 5 or 6 minutes, then add the chicken stock and sour cream. Bring to a bubble and reduce heat to low. Add the cooked pasta and stir. Let the pasta absorb some sauce, a minute or so. Adjust the seasonings and serve. Garnish with chopped parsley.

Tips:

Use ground turkey as a leaner, healthier alternative to beef or pork.
Choose a variety of vegetables for a more colorful and nutritious goulash. Experiment with carrots, bell peppers, onions, potatoes, zucchini, and mushrooms.
Season the goulash well with paprika, cumin, oregano, and chili powder. These spices will give the dish a rich, flavorful taste.
Use a good-quality beef broth for a more flavorful goulash. If you don't have beef broth on hand, you can use chicken broth or vegetable broth.
Simmer the goulash for at least 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded together.
Serve the goulash over egg noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes. You can also garnish the goulash with sour cream, chopped parsley, or crumbled feta cheese.

Conclusion:

Ground turkey goulash is a delicious, hearty, and healthy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this ground turkey goulash recipe a try.