12 Turkey Recipes That Will Make Your Friends Jealous of Your Cooking Skills

If you think turkey is just for the holidays, think again! This collection features 12 mouthwatering turkey recipes that will make you fall in love with this versatile meat all over again. From savory stir-fries to hearty casseroles, these dishes highlight the delicious flavors and textures that turkey can offer. Perfect for meal prep, family gatherings, or cozy dinners at home, these recipes will transform your turkey game and keep everyone coming back for seconds. Let’s get cooking!

Crockpot Cranberry Turkey

Cranberry turkey breast is such a festive and flavorful option for Thanksgiving. You will love that this method uses the crockpot to leave you time to make all of the sides.
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Roasted Boneless Turkey Breast

If you aren’t a big fan of dark meat, why not make a boneless turkey breast? This recipe is perfectly roasted for a fuss free main course.
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Instant Pot Leftover Turkey Wild Rice Casserole

Let this leftover turkey wild rice casserole come to the rescue! Combine Thanksgiving or Christmas leftovers with wild rice to make this.
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Smoked Beer Brined Turkey

Smoked beer brined turkey makes for a stunning main course on Thanksgiving. This recipe is ultra flavorful and has the best cripsy brown skin.
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Spatchcock Grilled Turkey With Cider Gravy

Cut the cooking time down drastically on Thanksgiving by preparing a spatchcock turkey. Prepare this on the grill for the best smoky flavor with crispy skin!
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Cool Ranch Turkey Taco Casserole

Cool ranch turkey taco casserole combines ground turkey with Doritos, vegetables, Greek yogurt, taco seasoning, and more. This is a simple recipe to make. If you’re on the lookout for a Mexican inspired meal, give this easy taco bake Dorito casserole a try.
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Easy Ground Turkey Meatballs With Sauce

These ground turkey meatballs with sauce are tender and packed with flavor. They’re easy to make and can be made ahead of time and frozen!
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Turkey Sloppy Joes

These turkey sloppy joes are a lightened up version of the classic family favorite! Ground turkey is simmered in a zesty homemade sauce and served on a toasted bun with shredded cheese. It’s an easy 35-minute meal that everyone will love!
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Herb Roasted Turkey With Citrus Gravy

Herb roasted turkey is a must make for the holidays. This recipe includes easy to follow instructions and the best citrus gravy.
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Hot Turkey Sandwich

This Canadian hot turkey sandwich with rich, meaty gravy, and green peas. Get a bigger holiday turkey just to have hot turkey sandwiches!
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Dry Brined Spatchcock Turkey With Herb Butter

This is such an easy, fast and flavorful way to serve turkey! It has the crispiest skin and the best juicy flavor!
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