Name: Ground Turkey Soup (30 Minutes)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 2 tbsp Olive oil; 1 lb Ground turkey; 1 medium Yellow onion ((diced)); 1 large Bell pepper ((diced)); 3 cloves Garlic ((minced)); 1 tsp Italian seasoning; 1/2 tsp Sea salt; 1/4 tsp Black pepper; 1 14.5-oz can Fire roasted diced tomatoes ((with liquid)); 1 15.5-oz can Chickpeas ((drained and rinsed)); 5 cups Chicken broth, reduced sodium; 1 medium Bay leaf; Fresh parsley ((optional, for garnish))

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This Ground Turkey Soup Became a Weeknight Favorite Fast
Ingredients & Substitutions
How To Make Ground Turkey Soup
My Recipe Tips
Ground Turkey Soup (30 Minutes) Recipe card
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Recipe Reviews

This Ground Turkey Soup Became a Weeknight Favorite Fast

I first made this ground turkey soup on a weeknight when I had a pound of meat to use up and no clue what to make. I grabbed a few pantry staples, some veggies, and threw it all in a pot. It turned out so cozy and flavorful, I’ve made it almost weekly since. It reminds me a little of my stuffed pepper soup, but this one’s even easier and faster. Here’s why I keep it in regular rotation during soup season:

Cozy, savory flavor – The ground turkey makes it hearty, and the fire-roasted tomatoes add just the right smoky depth. It tastes like it simmered all day, but it didn’t.
Quick weeknight win – No fancy steps or precooked meat here. It all comes together in one pot with simple ingredients and minimal chopping. The best part? It’s ready in about 30 minutes.
Perfect for leftovers – Just like my leftover turkey soup, this one tastes even better the next day. It freezes well too. I usually make extra so lunch is ready to go later in the week.

Whether you’re cooking ahead or just want something warm and nourishing tonight, make this soup with ground turkey with me!

A hearty bowl of soup with ground turkey and veggies.

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“What a delicious recipe! This was the perfect supper for my family. The chickpeas really added to the flavor and texture!” –Brooke

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Ingredients & Substitutions

Here I explain the best ingredients for my ground turkey soup recipe, what each one does, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card.

Olive Oil – I usually use extra virgin olive oil here, but honestly, any neutral cooking oil will work just fine.
Ground Turkey – I’ve used lean and full-fat versions and both turn out great. If you’ve got extra, try my turkey burger recipe. You can also swap in ground beef, chicken, or even sausage (just remove the casings first).
Diced Vegetables – I like yellow diced onion and orange bell pepper for a pop of color, but feel free to mix it up. Red or green bell peppers, white onion, celery, mushrooms, carrots, green beans, corn or even frozen mixed veggies work. If you want to add greens, stir in baby spinach or kale at the end so they gently wilt.
Garlic – I always go for fresh garlic if I have it, but jarred minced garlic works when I need to save a few minutes.
Seasonings – I use Italian seasoning, sea salt and black pepper in this ground tureky soup, but poultry seasoning works too if that’s what you have.
Fire Roasted Tomatoes – These add rich, smoky flavor. Regular diced tomatoes work, but fire-roasted tastes better in this ground turkey soup.
Chickpeas – You can skip them for a low-carb option, swap in black beans, legumes or even use potatoes instead.
Chicken Broth – I use low-sodium homemade chicken broth here so I can control the salt. You could also use bone broth, or veggie broth.
Bay Leaf – This gives a subtle layer of flavor, and I like to sprinkle fresh parsley or basil on top before serving. Optional, but worth it.

Labeled recipe ingredients: Ground turkey, fire roasted tomatoes, chickpeas, bell pepper, onion, olive oil, broth, garlic, bay leaf, Italian seasoning, parsley, salt, and pepper.

VARIATION: Make it a ground turkey rice soup.

After the soup simmers, stir in up to 1 cup of white rice and cook for 10-15 minutes, until tender. If you prefer a lighter option, use cauliflower rice instead and add it during the last 2-3 minutes of cooking so it stays firm.

How To Make Ground Turkey Soup

I have step-by-step photos here to help you visualize the recipe. For full instructions with amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card.

Brown turkey. Heat the oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Cook the ground turkey breaking it up, until browned and no longer pink.
Saute vegetables. Add the onions, bell pepper, garlic, seasoning, salt, and pepper. Saute until the veggies soften and onions look translucent.

Sauteed veggies and ground turkey in a Dutch oven.

Combine. Pour in the fire-roasted tomatoes, chickpeas, and broth, and I toss in a bay leaf for extra flavor.
Simmer. Bring the ground turkey soup to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until done. Discard the bay leaf and garnish with the parsley if you’d like.

Remaining ingredients added to the soup.

My Recipe Tips

You can totally make this soup in any large pot. I just like using my Dutch oven because it holds heat well and cooks everything evenly.
Brown the turkey thoroughly. Don’t stop as soon as the pink is gone. Let it cook a couple more minutes so it gets a little golden. That extra browning adds a lot of flavor to the broth.
I like to dice the onion and bell pepper into small, even pieces so they cook at the same rate. It also makes each bite of soup feel balanced.
Don’t drain the roasted tomatoes! That extra tomato juice adds flavor and helps build the base of the broth.