Easy Ground Turkey Stir-Fry
Looking for a quick and healthy dinner that doesn’t skimp on flavor? This easy ground turkey stir-fry recipe is it! This easy dinner comes together in less than 30 minutes and is packed with protein, loaded with broccoli, and gets major flavor from a sweet and savory stir-fry sauce that’s made with pantry staples.
Yes, we’re still very into stir-fries. 🥦
I can’t help it! They are quick, easy, packed with veggies, protein, and flavor, AND (this is key!), they’re always a hit with my family.
Which is why we’re always switching up the proteins and the veggies and the sauces. (And why I always share that my rice maker is one of my favorite appliances.) The flavorful sauce is made with pantry staples like soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, and fresh ginger and garlic. Whether you’re looking for a quick dinner or a nutritious meal prep for the week, this is sure to become a staple. It’s…
😋 Seriously delicious: Slight sweet and savory stir-fry sauce, we never tire of this combo.
🛒 Made with simple ingredients: While the ingredient list may seem long, it’s a lot of pantry staples!
🥦 Veggie-packed: A delicious way to enjoy your veggies.
🥩 High in protein: Lean ground turkey keeps it filling and satisfying.
⏱️ Ready in 25 minutes: Weeknight dinner win, this one comes together quickly and can also be prepped ahead.
🍚 Versatile: Serve it over rice, cauliflower rice, noodles, or even in lettuce wraps.
💡 Easy to customize: Swap veggies or add heat if desired, make it your own!
You’ll also want to try healthy orange chicken, sliced beef and broccoli, ground pork stir-fry, and shrimp teriyaki.
My kids request this for dinner all the time! Love how easy and healthy it is. –Kristi
Ingredient Notes
You’ll need some fresh ingredients and pantry staples for this stir-fry: garlic, ginger (fresh is best for garlic and ginger, but frozen works in a pinch), soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, rice vinegar, sesame oil, vegetable oil, ground turkey (not fat-free!), broccoli, sea salt, and rice.
Emily’s Tips & Tricks
- Pro tip: Please please PLEASE do not use 99% fat-free turkey! The little bit of fat in a lean or 93% fat-free turkey adds so much flavor and keeps the turkey nice and juicy and delicious.
- Cooking methods: Brown the turkey! Let the turkey sit undisturbed in the pan for a few minutes so it gets a nice sear before breaking it up. This adds texture and flavor.
- Feeding kids without pressure: Serve a tiny portion of stir-fry (one turkey crumble and one little broccoli floret) along with rice. Serve with a few items you know your kids will eat (milk, fruit, bread and butter, etc.).
- Variations: You could use your favorite vegetables if you want to swap them for broccoli or just add a variety. Bell peppers, green beans, sugar snap peas, carrots, celery, cauliflower, and bok choy would all be delicious.
- Additions: Like a little spice? Add some sriracha to the stir-fry sauce or serve finished stir-fry with chili crisp oil.
Ground Turkey Stir-Fry Recipe
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
The whole family will love this ground turkey stir fry recipe! Ready in less than 30 minutes, it’s packed with protein, produce, and flavor!
Ingredients
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tsp. grated ginger
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 1–2 Tbsp. brown sugar (adjust to your preference)
- 2 Tbsp. cornstarch
- 2 Tbsp. rice wine vinegar
- 2 Tbsp. sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp. oil
- 1 lb. ground turkey (NOT 99% lean)
- 1/2 tsp. sea salt
- 16 oz. broccoli florets
- For serving: sliced green onion, soy sauce, sriracha/garlic chile sauce, sesame seeds
Instructions
- Mix up stir fry sauce. Whisk together minced garlic, ginger, soy sauce, brown sugar, cornstarch, rice wine vinegar, and sesame oil in a small bowl.
- Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium high heat. Add ground turkey to the pan and cook for 4-5 minutes, breaking up with a spatula or the back of a wooden spoon. Cook until browned.
- Add broccoli and mix together with turkey. Cover, lower heat to medium, and cook for 4-5 minutes. Remove cover, return heat to medium and stir in soy sauce mixture and cook for 1-3 more minutes, until broccoli is tender and sauce is thick and glossy.
- Serve turkey and broccoli over rice. Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and if desired, serve with extra soy sauce and chili garlic sauce (or sriracha) to taste.
Notes
- Storage: Store leftover turkey stir fry in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Reheat leftovers in the microwave or a hot skillet until heated through.
- Freezer storage: You can freeze leftovers in a freezer container for up to 2 months. Let thaw before reheating.
- Ingredient notes: You can use broccoli florets that are already prepped or cut your own. You will want to make sure your broccoli florets are all about the same size so they cook evenly.
- Prep ahead: Prep your broccoli and mix together the stir-fry sauce (except for cornstarch) up to a day in advance. Stir in the cornstarch right before making.
- Special tools: A rice maker is a lifesaver for stir-fry night and one of my favorite appliances. It produces perfectly cooked rice with a touch of a button.
- Make it gluten-free: Swap out the soy sauce for tamari or coconut aminos, and this meal will be gluten-free.
- Serve with: Rice, cauliflower rice, noodles.
More Ground Turkey Recipes
If you like this homemade ground turkey stir-fry, you might just like these other easy and healthy ground turkey recipes:
- Turkey Burger Sliders
- Ground Turkey Stroganoff
- Cheesy Ground Turkey Taco Skillet
- Ground Turkey Meatloaf
- Ground Turkey Tacos
About the Author
Emily Dingmann is a recipe developer, nutrition expert, and founder of My Everyday Table. She specializes in creating easy, healthy recipes that help busy parents feed their families well every single day, without the stress. With a degree in Nutrition and over 20 years of experience, Emily shares family-friendly meals that are practical, nourishing, and full of flavor. Learn more about Emily’s approach to everyday cooking and nutrition here.
Food styling and photography by Loren Runion.
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Would not recommend for babies. Soy sauce is high in sodium. Babies should have little to no salt and sugar before the age of 2.
Hi Amy, Yes, babies should have as little salt/sugar as possible, which is why this is seasoned very lightly and I mention that above in case older kids/adults need to add a bit more salt at the table. I also think there is a lot of value in serving children and babies flavorful, family meals. You would definitely want to look at the diet as a whole though and take into consideration the other foods/meals that babies are eating. And if it doesn’t fit/you don’t want to give it to them, you could take a portion of the turkey out and not add the sauce to it.
Loved how quick and easy this was!
My kids request this for dinner all the time! Love how easy and healthy it is.
Another winner in our house for picky eaters. Was quick and easy with minimal ingredients