Best 7 Spicy Ground Turkey Tacos Recipes

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**Spicy Ground Turkey Tacos: A Flavorful and Healthy Twist on a Classic Dish**

Tacos, a beloved Mexican dish, have taken the world by storm with their versatility and deliciousness. Our recipe collection introduces a healthier and equally flavorful variation using ground turkey, an excellent source of lean protein. These tacos are not only a healthier choice but also pack a spicy kick that will tantalize your taste buds. With a variety of recipes to choose from, you can craft tacos that suit your unique preferences, whether you prefer a classic flavor profile or a more adventurous blend of spices. From traditional-style tacos to innovative fusion creations, this collection offers a taco experience like no other. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that combines taste, health, and creativity.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SPICY TURKEY TACOS



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Great way to use all that leftover turkey! Serve tacos with lettuce, shredded cheese, and sour cream.

Provided by kim

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 3h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound shredded cooked turkey meat
⅓ cup chopped cilantro
1 large jalapeno pepper, stemmed and halved
1 (1 ounce) envelope hot taco seasoning mix
2 cups chicken broth, or as needed
6 small flour tortillas, or to taste

Steps:

  • Combine turkey, cilantro, jalapeno pepper, and taco seasoning mix in a slow cooker; pour in enough chicken broth to almost cover all the ingredients.
  • Cook on Low for at least 3 hours.
  • Heat a griddle over medium-low heat and cook tortillas until warmed, about 30 seconds per side. Fill tortillas with turkey mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.8 calories, Carbohydrate 19.9 g, Cholesterol 57.5 mg, Fat 6.3 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 24.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 602 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

GROUND TURKEY TACO MEAT



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This recipe has fewer calories because of the ground turkey and amazing flavor! It is a little spicy, but our family enjoys it this way. Because it has so much flavor, you cannot even tell it's not ground beef. It tastes great as a topping on baked potatoes as well as tacos. Enjoy!

Provided by adnerb78

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 26m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ½ tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground paprika
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 (12 ounce) package ground turkey
½ cup water
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 ½ teaspoons brown sugar

Steps:

  • Mix chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, and cayenne together in a small bowl.
  • Cook turkey in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, stirring to break up clumps, until no longer pink, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in chili powder mixture and water. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid has been absorbed, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir cider vinegar and brown sugar into the skillet. Simmer until flavors combine, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a serving bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150.1 calories, Carbohydrate 4.8 g, Cholesterol 62.7 mg, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 17.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 663.2 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

SPICY GROUND TURKEY TACOS



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Make and share this Spicy Ground Turkey Tacos recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mike 2

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 4 tacos, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon oregano
6 ounces lean ground turkey
1/2 cup onion, chopped
4 (6 inch) whole wheat tortillas
1/4 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
2 cups lettuce, shredded
2 medium tomatoes, diced
1/2 cup salsa

Steps:

  • In a non stick pan add the turkey and onions, cook over medium heat until the turkey has browned and onions are translucent, drain. Add spices and stir to mix.
  • To serve, place 1/4 cup of the turkey in each tortilla. Top with 1 tablespoon cheese, 1/4 of the tomatoes, 1/2 cup lettuce, and 2 tablespoons salsa.
  • Caloies 340, fat 13 gm, fiber 7gm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256.4, Fat 12.7, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 82.4, Sodium 601.2, Carbohydrate 15.8, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 7.5, Protein 21.8

SPICY GROUND BEEF TACOS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 35m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 white or yellow onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 1/2 pounds ground beef chuck
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 15-ounce can diced fire-roasted tomatoes
1 to 2 teaspoons hot sauce
12 hard taco shells
Shredded iceberg lettuce, shredded cheddar cheese and/or pickled jalapenos, for topping

Steps:

  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 4 minutes. Add the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, cumin, coriander, paprika, oregano and garlic powder; cook, stirring, until the onion is coated, about 1 minute.
  • Add the beef, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper to the skillet. Cook, breaking up the meat, until no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Add the tomatoes, hot sauce and 1/4 cup water and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the juices are slightly thickened, 5 to 7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Meanwhile, warm the taco shells as the label directs. Fill with the beef mixture and top with lettuce, cheese and/or pickled jalapenos.

SPICY TURKEY TACOS



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Tastier, cheaper, and healthier than the traditional beef with store bought seasoning. If you're not sure about the turkey, go with ground turkey thighs---it's darker, and most people will never know the difference.

Provided by JelsMom

Categories     Turkey Breasts

Time 20m

Yield 8 tacos, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

3/4-1 lb ground turkey breast
6 -8 taco shells
4 teaspoons whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon sea salt
3/4 teaspoon onion flakes
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2-1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (the more you add the spicier the tacos!)
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon unbleached cane sugar
1/8 teaspoon ground oregano
1/2 cup low-fat sour cream
1/2 cup 2% cheddar cheese
1/3 cup picante sauce
2 tomatoes, coarsely chopped
1 onion, coarsely chopped
1 cup lettuce, shredded

Steps:

  • Whisk together all seasoning ingredients in small bowl. Set aside.
  • Brown meat in large skillet. Add seasoning mixture and 2/3 cup water; mix thoroughly.
  • Bring to boil, then reduce to low heat. Cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Heat taco shells according to package instructions.
  • Spoon meat into warmed taco shells.
  • Top as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.6, Fat 10.4, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 68, Sodium 953, Carbohydrate 24.2, Fiber 4, Sugar 4.3, Protein 29.2

TURKEY TACOS



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Make and share this Turkey Tacos recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Miss Diggy

Categories     Poultry

Time 20m

Yield 8 tacos

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 taco shells
1 lb ground turkey
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 can tomatoes and green chilies, drained
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon oregano

Steps:

  • Crumble and brown turkey with onion and drain.
  • Stir in tomatoes, cumin, garlic salt and oregano.
  • Cook until mixture is warmed through.
  • Spoon into taco shells.
  • Garnish with cheese, lettuce, sour cream and fresh cut up cilantro if you want.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152.1, Fat 7.8, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 44.8, Sodium 102.9, Carbohydrate 9.4, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 0.5, Protein 11

TURKEY AND YAM SPICY TACOS



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Spicy tacos with low fat turkey that have sweet-hot flavor, using yams to give it a surprising twist.

Provided by Fooddude

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Taco Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 yam, peeled and diced
1 tablespoon olive oil
¾ pound ground turkey
½ cup chopped sweet onion
1 clove garlic, minced
4 jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon Cajun seasoning
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup tomatillo salsa
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
16 warm flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Put the diced yam in a microwave-safe bowl; cook in the microwave until cooked through and fork-tender, stirring once, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Coat the bottom of a large skillet with olive oil and place over medium heat; cook and stir the turkey until crumbled and evenly brown, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir the onion, garlic, and jalapeno pepper into the turkey and continue cooking until the onions begin to caramelize, 7 to 10 minutes. Season with the chili powder, cumin, Cajun seasoning, and salt. Pour the salsa over everything; fold the sweet potatoes into the mixture. Allow the mixture to cook until the excess moisture evaporates. Garnish with the cilantro. Serve with the warm tortillas.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 601.9 calories, Carbohydrate 91.1 g, Cholesterol 31.4 mg, Fat 16.4 g, Fiber 7.2 g, Protein 21.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 1181.6 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

Tips:

  • Use lean ground turkey: This will help keep the tacos healthy and reduce the amount of grease.
  • Season the ground turkey well: Use a variety of spices, such as chili powder, cumin, and paprika, to give the tacos flavor.
  • Cook the ground turkey until it is browned: This will help develop the flavor and prevent the tacos from being greasy.
  • Use fresh, flavorful ingredients for the taco filling: This could include things like tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and avocado.
  • Serve the tacos with your favorite toppings: This could include things like sour cream, salsa, shredded cheese, and guacamole.

Conclusion:

These spicy ground turkey tacos are a delicious and healthy meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own liking. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give these tacos a try!

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