Ground Turkey Sausage (Printable Version)
Lean, spiced turkey patties ready in 20 minutes. Ideal for breakfast or versatile cooking.
# What You'll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 1 lb ground turkey (preferably thigh for more flavor)
→ Spices & Seasonings
02 - 1 tsp kosher salt
03 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
04 - 1 tsp dried sage
05 - 1/2 tsp dried thyme
06 - 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
07 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
08 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
09 - 1/2 tsp onion powder
→ Herbs
10 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)
→ Other
11 - 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
# How To Make It:
01 - In a large bowl, combine ground turkey with all spices, seasonings, and fresh parsley if using. Mix gently until just combined; do not over-mix to maintain texture.
02 - Divide mixture into 8 equal portions and shape into patties, or leave loose for use in recipes.
03 - Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add patties and cook for 4–5 minutes per side, or until browned and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
04 - Serve warm as breakfast sausage, in sandwiches, or crumble into scrambled eggs or pasta.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The smoked paprika and sage create that classic breakfast sausage flavor you crave without any mystery ingredients
- You can shape these into patties for breakfast or leave the meat loose for pasta sauces and chili all week long
02 -
- Using turkey breast instead of thigh meat results in dry crumbly patties that stick to the pan
- These freeze beautifully uncooked so I always make extra and stash them for busy mornings
03 -
- Letting the meat sit in the refrigerator for 30 minutes after mixing helps the flavors meld together
- A cast iron skillet creates the best crust but any heavy pan works as long as you do not crowd it