9 Easy Ground Turkey and Shrimp Recipes

If you’re looking for some easy ground turkey and shrimp recipes, you’ve come to the right place.

These 9 recipes are perfect for busy weeknights when you want something healthy and delicious, but don’t have a lot of time to cook.

From stir-fries to tacos to pasta dishes, there’s something here for everyone.

And since ground turkey and shrimp are both low in calories and fat, you can feel good about eating any of these recipes.

So what are you waiting for?

Get cooking!

9 Easy Ground Turkey and Shrimp Recipes

It’s incredible what you can make with ground turkey and shrimp.

These two ingredients are so versatile and can be used in a variety of dishes.

Whether you’re looking for something healthy or something comforting, there’s a ground turkey and shrimp recipe for you.

Here are 9 of the best ground turkey and shrimp recipes:

Turkey Wonton Soup

This soup is a delicious way to eat leaner and healthier, while still getting all of the flavors you love.

And, it’s pretty easy to make too!

Ingredients You’ll Need

• 1 pound ground turkey
• 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 6 cups turkey stock
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup chopped scallion

Instructions

• In a large pot, bring the turkey stock to a boil.
• In a bowl, mix together ground turkey, shrimp, egg, soy sauce, ginger, sesame oil, Shaoxing wine, and garlic.
• Using a spoon or your hands, shape the mixture into small balls.
• Drop the dumplings into the boiling soup.
• Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the dumplings are cooked through.
• Garnish with scallion and serve.

Fun Twists

• Try different types of ground meat, such as chicken, pork, or beef.
• Add some vegetables to the soup, such as bok choy, mushrooms, or carrots.
• For a spicier soup, add some chili pepper flakes or a dash of Sriracha sauce.

Three-Way Quinoa Lunch Bowl

This one is super fun and easy to put together (plus, it gives you some good options to get your protein in).

Ingredients

• ground turkey
• shrimp
• ground beef
• cumin
• cherry tomato
• paprika
• garlic powder
• olive oil
• cooking spray
• oregano
• onion powder
• cilantro
• bell pepper
• quinoa
• avocado
• chili powder
• lemon & pepper seasoning
• onion
• lime

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
2. Next, mix together the ground turkey, shrimp, and beef with the cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, and oregano.
3. Cook this mixture in a skillet over medium heat until the meat is browned.
4. Meanwhile, cook the quinoa according to package instructions.
5. Once it’s done, add the quinoa to a large bowl with the meat mixture, tomatoes, bell peppers, cilantro, and avocado.
6. Season with lemon & pepper seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste.
7. Drizzle with olive oil and lime juice before serving.

Fun Twists

• If you want, you could swap out the quinoa for another grain, like brown rice or farro.
• You could also add in some black beans or corn to the bowl.

Shrimp and Turkey Asian Meatballs

When I entertain, I like to include a variety of options for my guests.

This recipe for shrimp and turkey Asian meatballs is not only delicious, but it’s also healthy and easy to make.

Your guests will be impressed with your culinary skills when you serve them this dish.

Ingredients

• 1 lb. ground turkey
• 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
• 1 tsp. sambal oelek

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
2. In a bowl, mix together ground turkey, sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, panko bread crumbs, and sambal oelek.
3. Form mixture into meatballs.
4. Place meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5. Bake for 20 minutes.

3 Fun Twists

• For a bit of heat, add some Sriracha to the mixture.
• Swap out the ground turkey for ground chicken.
• Serve the meatballs over rice or quinoa.

Turkey & Shrimp Dumpling Soup

Why not warm up with this irresistible, low-fat Turkey and Shrimp Dumpling Soup recipe?

It’s perfect for a winter night!

Ingredients

• 1 lb. lean ground turkey
• 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
• 1 package (24 oz) frozen dumplings
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1 lb. raw shrimp, peeled and deveined

Instructions

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the ground turkey over medium heat until browned.
2. Add the hoisin sauce, dumplings, chicken broth, and shrimp.
3. Bring to a simmer and cook until the shrimp are cooked through, about 5 minutes.

3 Fun Twists

• Use different kinds of dumplings, like pork or beef.
• Substitute different kinds of seafood, like scallops or lobster.
• Add vegetables, like mushrooms or bok choy.

Slow Cooker Ground Turkey And Shrimp Gumbo

I like to use my largest crock pot for this dish so that I can make a big batch to last us a few days.

This gumbo is hearty and filling, but still light enough that you don’t feel weighed down after eating it.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground turkey
• 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 4 strips bacon, diced
• 1/4 cup flour
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 tablespoon hot sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 jalapeno, diced
• 1 can stewed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 can sweet corn
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup sliced okra

Instructions

1. In a large crock pot, combine the ground turkey, shrimp, chicken broth, bacon, flour, celery, hot sauce, basil, vegetable oil, bay leaf, jalapeno, stewed tomatoes, thyme, onion, sweet corn, garlic, and okra.
2. Stir well and set the crock pot to low.
3. Cook for 6-8 hours, or until the turkey is cooked through and the shrimp are pink and opaque.
4. Serve over cooked rice.

3 Fun Twists

• For a more authentic gumbo flavor, use andouille sausage instead of bacon.
• Add 1/2 cup of diced green bell pepper along with the celery.
• Stir in 1/4 cup of chopped green onions when you serve the gumbo.

Easy Keto Jambalaya

If you’re following the keto diet, you know that finding good recipes can be a challenge.

This easy keto jambalaya recipe is a great option that’s packed with flavor.

It’s also super simple to make, which is a bonus.

Ingredients You’ll Need

• Ground turkey
• Cauliflower rice
• Sausage
• Taco seasoning
• Zucchini
• Shrimp

Instructions

1. In a large skillet, brown the ground turkey.
2. Add the cauliflower rice, sausage, taco seasoning, and zucchini.
3. Stir to combine.
4. Add the shrimp and cook until opaque.
5. Serve and enjoy!

Fun Twists

• Try adding different vegetables to the jambalaya, like bell peppers or diced tomatoes.
• If you’re not a fan of shrimp, you could use chicken instead.

Ground Turkey & Shrimp Balls with Rice

How about a healthier way to eat meatballs?

This recipe for ground turkey and shrimp balls is not only delicious, but also relatively low in calories.

And it’s easy to make!

Ingredients You’ll Need

• 1 pound ground turkey
• 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/2 cup diced onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup bread crumbs
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 cup cooked rice

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, shrimp, onion, garlic, parsley, basil, egg, and bread crumbs.
3. Mix well.
4. Shape into 1-inch balls.
5. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil.
6. Add meatballs and cook until browned on all sides.
7. Transfer to a baking dish.
8. Bake for 10 minutes, or until cooked through.
9. Serve over rice.

Fun Twists

• Add some diced red pepper for a bit of sweetness and color.
• Try using ground chicken or pork in place of the turkey.
• Add a bit of grated Parmesan cheese to the meatball mixture.

Gumbo With Shrimp & Turkey Meatballs

Super hearty, filling, and satisfying, this gumbo recipe is perfect for a winter night.

Packed with shrimp, turkey meatballs, and plenty of veggies, it’s a one-pot meal that’s sure to please everyone at the table.

Ingredients You’ll Need

• 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled & deveined
• 1/2 pound ground turkey
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 3 celery ribs, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 bay leaf
• 8 cups chicken stock
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• Cooked rice, for serving

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
2. To a large bowl, add ground turkey, flour, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and salt.
3. Mix until just combined.
4. Using your hands, form into 1-inch meatballs.
5. Spread meatballs onto a baking sheet and bake for 18 minutes, or until cooked through.
6. Meanwhile, to a large pot or Dutch oven, heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat.
7. Add onion, celery, bell pepper, garlic, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, thyme, oregano, basil, and bay leaf.
8. Stir and cook for 5 minutes, or until veggies are slightly softened.
9. Pour in chicken stock and diced tomatoes (with their juices).
10. Stir and bring to a boil.
11. Once boiling, add cooked meatballs and shrimp.
12. Cook for 3 minutes, or until shrimp are cooked through.
13. Remove from heat and stir in green onions.
14. Taste and adjust seasonings as necessary.
15. Serve with cooked rice.
16. Enjoy!

Fun Twists

• For a little extra heat, add in a diced jalapeño pepper with the other veggies.
• Not a fan of shrimp? Feel free to leave it out or substitute with chicken or sausage.
• Add in a cup of frozen okra when you stir in the diced tomatoes for extra thickness and texture.

Shrimp, Ground Turkey And Vegetable Skillet

This ultra-easy shrimp, ground turkey and vegetable skillet comes together in less than 30 minutes and is packed with flavor.

It’s a great option for a healthy, weeknight dinner.

Ingredients You’ll Need

• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 pound ground turkey
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground turkey and cook until browned.
2. Add the bell pepper, onion, garlic, diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt and black pepper to the skillet and stir to combine.
3. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink, about 5 minutes.
4. Serve the shrimp and turkey mixture over cooked rice or quinoa.

Fun Twists

• For a little heat, add a diced jalapeño pepper to the skillet with the other vegetables.
• For a creamier dish, stir in a cup of tomato sauce or a can of diced tomatoes with green chilies.

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