Best 6 Turkey Dinner Muffins Recipes

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Calling all turkey lovers! Here's a delicious way to enjoy your favorite Thanksgiving flavors without all the hassle: turkey dinner muffins! These easy-to-make muffins are packed with all the classic ingredients you love, like turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, and cranberry sauce. Plus, they're a great way to use up any leftover turkey you may have after the big day.

In this article, you'll find two mouthwatering recipes for turkey dinner muffins: a classic version and a vegetarian version for those who prefer a meatless option. Each recipe includes step-by-step instructions and a list of all the ingredients you'll need. You'll also find helpful tips on how to make the muffins ahead of time and how to store them for later.

These versatile muffins are perfect for a quick and easy breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They're also great for parties and potlucks. Serve them warm or cold, and enjoy!

**Classic Turkey Dinner Muffins:**

This recipe is a classic for a reason. It features all the traditional Thanksgiving flavors you love, including turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, and cranberry sauce. The muffins are hearty and filling, and they're sure to be a hit with the whole family.

**Vegetarian Turkey Dinner Muffins:**

This recipe is a great option for vegetarians or those who simply prefer a meatless meal. The muffins are made with a combination of vegetables, including mushrooms, carrots, celery, and onions. They're also packed with flavor, thanks to a blend of herbs and spices.

Whether you're looking for a classic Thanksgiving dish or a delicious vegetarian option, these turkey dinner muffins are sure to please. So gather your ingredients and get ready to bake up a batch of these savory muffins today!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TURKEY MEATLOAF MUFFINS



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Turkey Meatloaf Muffins are juicy, flavorful, quick to make, and egg-free & gluten-free, with a tender texture and a yummy barbecue sauce glaze!

Provided by Samantha Skaggs

Categories     Main Course

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound ground turkey
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 cup quick oats ((gluten-free, if desired))
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup barbecue sauce
1/4 cup ketchup
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil. Spray a six-cup muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray and set on top of the baking sheet.
  • In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, olive oil, quick oats, garlic powder, and freshly ground black pepper.
  • In a 1-cup measuring cup, measure out barbecue sauce, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce; stir well. Pour half of the barbecue sauce mixture into the ground turkey mixture and mix to combine.
  • Evenly divide the meat mixture between the six muffin cups, smoothing the tops of the mounds. Carefully spoon the remaining barbecue sauce mixture over the meatloaf muffins. Bake for 30 to 45 minutes, until the center of a meatloaf muffin reaches 165°F on an instant read thermometer. Use a spoon to help lift the muffins out of the pan and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243 kcal, Carbohydrate 17 g, Protein 19 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 41 mg, Sodium 394 mg, Sugar 10 g, ServingSize 1 serving

TURKEY DINNER MUFFINS



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"I love experimenting in the kitchen," relates Margaret Berardi of Bridgeport, Connecticut. "That's how I created these muffins that use up leftovers from a turkey dinner. Team them with a bowl of soup and some fresh fruit for a satisfying lunch," she suggests.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 10 muffins.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons sugar
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 egg
3/4 cup turkey gravy
1/3 cup canola oil
3/4 cup diced cooked turkey
2 tablespoons jellied cranberry sauce

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and poultry seasoning. In another bowl, combine the egg, gravy and oil; mix well. Stir into dry ingredients just until combined. Fold in the turkey., Fill greased muffin cups two-thirds full. Top each with 1/2 teaspoon cranberry sauce. Bake at 400° for 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 352mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

TURKEY MEATLOAF MUFFINS



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Nobody will beg for the end pieces anymore, because they all come out like end pieces with these individual serving turkey meatloaf muffins.

Provided by BECKY M

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

cooking spray
2 pounds ground turkey
1 (8 ounce) package Cheddar cheese, cubed
1 onion, diced
1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
¾ cup milk
2 eggs
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 cloves garlic, diced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a muffin tin with cooking spray.
  • Combine ground turkey, Cheddar cheese, onion, bread crumbs, milk, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, salt, and pepper in a large bowl; mix well with your hands.
  • Drop scoops of the turkey mixture into the muffin tin using a large ice cream scoop.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.4 calories, Carbohydrate 10.5 g, Cholesterol 107.8 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 22.9 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 574.9 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

BUTTERMILK TURKEY MEATLOAF MUFFINS



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These turkey muffins go great with some turkey dressing.

Provided by DELANIA

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

cooking spray
20 ounces 99% fat-free ground turkey
1 (6 ounce) package stuffing mix (such as Kraft® Stove Top®)
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons buttermilk
2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray 12 muffin cups with cooking spray.
  • Combine turkey, stuffing mix, chicken broth, buttermilk, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Divide mixture among the muffin cups.
  • Bake in the preheated until cooked through, about 25 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110.5 calories, Carbohydrate 11.5 g, Cholesterol 23.8 mg, Fat 1.3 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 279.9 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

TURKEY DINNER MUFFINS



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Make and share this Turkey Dinner Muffins recipe from Food.com.

Provided by TasteTester

Categories     Breads

Time 30m

Yield 10 muffins, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons sugar
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 egg
3/4 cup turkey gravy
1/3 cup vegetable oil
3/4 cup diced cooked turkey
2 tablespoons jellied cranberry sauce

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and poultry seasoning. In another bowl, combine egg, gravy and oil; mix well. Stir into dry ingredients just until combined. Fold in the turkey.
  • Fill greased muffin cups two-thirds full. Top each with 1/2 teaspoon cranberry sauce. Bake at 400 degrees for 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.7, Fat 8.9, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 29.5, Sodium 344, Carbohydrate 23.1, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 5.2, Protein 6.4

TURKEY MEATLOAF MUFFINS



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This kid-friendly recipe for turkey meatloaf muffins is packed with cheddar cheese, Worcestershire sauce, breadcrumbs, dry mustard powder, and garlic. The secret ingredient? Pickles!

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Turkey Recipes     Ground Turkey Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup ketchup
2 pounds ground turkey
1 cup chopped onion (1 medium onion)
2 slices sandwich bread, torn into small pieces
1 cup grated cheddar cheese
1/2 chopped dill pickle (1 medium pickle)
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 large egg, lightly beaten
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons dry mustard powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a large bowl, mix 1/2 cup ketchup with the remaining ingredients until well combined. Divide mixture among 6 cups of a 12-cup (4 ounce) muffin tin, spacing them evenly and gently compressing and mounding the tops. Brush tops with remaining 1/4 cup ketchup.
  • Transfer tin to oven; bake until inside temperature registers 170 degrees on an instant read thermometer, about 45 minutes.
  • Remove from oven; let rest 5 minutes before removing from tin. Serve hot.

Tips:

  • For a crispy muffin top, brush the tops of the muffins with melted butter before baking.
  • If you don't have a muffin tin, you can also make these muffins in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • These muffins are best served warm, but they can also be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • To reheat the muffins, simply microwave them on high for 30 seconds to 1 minute, or until warmed through.
  • You can also freeze these muffins for up to 2 months. To freeze, place the muffins in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze for 1 hour. Then, transfer the muffins to a freezer-safe bag and freeze for up to 2 months.

Conclusion:

Turkey dinner muffins are a delicious and easy way to enjoy all the flavors of a traditional Thanksgiving dinner in a convenient and portable form. These muffins are perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal, or for taking to a potluck or party. With their moist and flavorful turkey filling and crispy muffin tops, these muffins are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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