Spicy Turkey Sausage

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Wake up your taste buds with this bold and flavorful Spicy Turkey Sausage recipe! Made with lean ground turkey and a carefully balanced blend of smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and fennel seeds, this healthier alternative to traditional pork sausage delivers a smoky, spicy kick in every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, these versatile sausage patties are perfect for breakfast plates, sandwiches, or even crumbled over pasta and pizza. Whether pan-fried to perfection or browned as crumbles, this gluten-free, high-protein recipe is a quick and delicious way to spice up your meals.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: 15 min
• Total Time: 25 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

12 items

• 1 lb Ground turkey (preferably 93% lean)
• 1 tsp Smoked paprika
• 0.5 tsp Ground cayenne pepper
• 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper
• 0.75 tsp Kosher salt
• 0.5 tsp Ground fennel seeds
• 1 tsp Onion powder
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 0.5 tsp Red pepper flakes
• 1 tsp Dried oregano
• 0.5 tsp Ground thyme
• 1 tbsp Olive oil (if pan-frying)

📝 Instructions

8 steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, add ground turkey, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, black pepper, kosher salt, ground fennel seeds, onion powder, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, dried oregano, and thyme.

2. Using clean hands or a spoon, thoroughly mix the turkey and spices until evenly combined. Avoid over-mixing, as this can make the sausage tough.

3. Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each into a small patty (about 3 inches wide). Alternatively, you can leave it loose to use as crumbled sausage.

4. Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. If the skillet is not non-stick, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and heat until shimmering.

5. Add the sausage patties to the skillet (work in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding). Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until deeply browned and fully cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

6. If cooking loose sausage, crumble the mixture into the skillet and cook while stirring frequently until browned and fully cooked.

7. Once cooked, remove the sausage from the skillet and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess fat.

8. Serve immediately with your favorite breakfast sides, on a sandwich, or as a topping for pizza or pasta.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (120.2g)

Calories		232
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		12.6 g	16%
	Saturated Fat	3.4 g	17%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		91 mg	30%
Sodium		197 mg	9%
Total Carbohydrate		2.2 g	1%
	Dietary Fiber	0.7 g	3%
	Total Sugars	0.4 g
Protein		25.4 g	51%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		35 mg	3%
Iron		1.8 mg	10%
Potassium		332 mg	7%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 456 cal (50.9%%)

Protein: 405 cal (45.3%%)

Carbs: 34 cal (3.8%%)