These recipes deliver a delightful combination of heat and fruity sweetness, making them perfect for those who enjoy a spicy kick in their jerky. From the mild heat of Sriracha sauce to the intense heat of ghost peppers, you are sure to find a recipe for spicy turkey jerky that suits your taste buds.
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Look for the Spicy Beef recipes as well. There’s a link at the bottom of the page.
These recipes all called for thinly sliced turkey or chicken. About 1/8 of an inch is probably good. You can experiment with different thicknesses. You can cut them into 1/8 x 1/8-inch sticks or 1/8 x 1-inch strips. Most importantly, the strips should be uniform in size for even drying.
Sriracha Lime Turkey Jerky
Ingredients
- 1 pound turkey breast, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup Sriracha sauce
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix Sriracha sauce, lime juice, olive oil, honey, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and salt.
- Place the thinly sliced turkey in a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over it. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Preheat your dehydrator or oven to the appropriate temperature for jerky.
- Remove the turkey from the marinade and pat it dry with paper towels.
- Arrange the turkey slices on the dehydrator trays or oven racks.
- Dry the turkey until it reaches your desired jerky consistency.
Feel free to adjust the Sriracha level to suit your spice preference. This recipe delivers a perfect balance of sweetness, spiciness, and savory flavors, making irresistible jerky treats.
Habanero Pineapple Turkey Jerky
Ingredients
- 1 pound turkey breast, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup pineapple juice
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon habanero hot sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix pineapple juice, Worcestershire sauce, habanero hot sauce, honey, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and salt.
- Place the thinly sliced turkey in a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over it. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Preheat your dehydrator or oven to the appropriate temperature for jerky.
- Remove the turkey from the marinade and pat it dry with paper towels.
- Arrange the turkey slices on the dehydrator trays or oven racks.
- Dry the turkey until it reaches your desired jerky consistency.
Adjust the amount of habanero pepper to match your spice tolerance.
Ghost pepper, one of the hottest chili peppers in the world, adds intense heat to any dish. This recipe incorporates the fiery kick of ghost pepper.
Ghost Pepper Pineapple Chicken Jerky
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup pineapple juice
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon ghost pepper hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix pineapple juice, soy sauce, ghost pepper hot sauce, honey, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt.
- Place the thinly sliced chicken in a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over it. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Preheat your dehydrator or oven to the appropriate temperature for jerky.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and pat it dry with paper towels.
- Arrange the chicken slices on the dehydrator trays or oven racks.
- Dry the chicken until it reaches your desired jerky consistency.
Exercise caution when handling ghost pepper, as it can be extremely spicy. Adjust the quantity of ghost pepper hot sauce according to your heat preference. This recipe provides a bold and fiery flavor experience for those who enjoy the intense heat of ghost pepper.
Jalapeño peppers add a mild to moderate level of heat, making them a popular choice for those who enjoy a bit of spiciness without overpowering heat. Enjoy this jerky with the flavorful kick of jalapeño peppers.
Jalapeño Honey Turkey Jerky
Ingredients
- 1 pound turkey breast, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 jalapeño peppers, finely minced (seeds removed for less heat, if desired)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, minced jalapeño peppers, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt.
- Place the thinly sliced turkey in a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over it. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Preheat your dehydrator or oven to the appropriate temperature for jerky.
- Remove the turkey from the marinade and pat it dry with paper towels.
- Arrange the turkey slices on the dehydrator trays or oven racks.
- Dry the turkey until it reaches your desired jerky consistency.
Feel free to adjust the quantity of jalapeño peppers to achieve your preferred level of spiciness.
Check Out These Other Articles & Recipes
Spicy Beef Jerky Recipes
Dehydrating Meat for Jerky – for types of dehydrating meats and times for drying, see this page.
Turkey Jerky Recipes – These work for all poultry…