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Ground Venison Recipes - 19 Easy Recipes

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Need a quick, easy meal that will keep everyone happy? This is a collection of 19 delicious ground venison recipes that will help you cook up some new favorites using ground venison, a healthy protein option. This post includes recipes for ground venison made in the slow cooker, Instant Pot, stovetop, oven, and smoker. In addition, find chili recipes, burger recipes, taco recipes, jerky recipes -- even dirty cauliflower rice! This collection of easy-to-follow, delicious venison recipes will please even your pickiest eaters!

Venison is a great meat to cook because it's low in fat and calories, high in protein, and extremely lean. Plus, venison can be prepared like any other ground meat: made into burgers, spaghetti sauce, tacos, and more! So why not try cooking up some venison tonight?

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You can use ground venison in the same dishes you have always loved but with the added health benefits of leaner, organic meat. You can use ground venison recipes for any meal of the day!

A lot of people don't realize how versatile ground venison is! Not only does it work well with traditional dishes like spaghetti and tacos, but you can use it in all sorts of different meals too!

Most hunters have a freezer full of their venison throughout the year, and they need ideas for using up their supply before they head into hunting season again next fall.

This post contains some of the best ground venison recipes. These recipes are perfect for those who want to make an easy dinner that is also healthy. So which one will you try first?

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Does venison taste good?

Venison has a rich flavor that is often described as "gamey," but this doesn't have to be true if you prepare it correctly! Many people find that ground venison is just as good or even better than ground beef. Ground venison can be easier to cook, plus it has less fat. In addition, ground venison is a sustainable way for people to get fresh organic meat that contains no additives.

Is venison healthy?

Venison is an excellent option for people looking to increase their protein intake without adding too much saturated fat into their diet. In addition, venison contains 50% less fat than beef, making it a healthier red meat alternative.

Wild meat is an ideal source of protein for those who are looking to lose weight or eat healthier. Venison contains all the essential amino acids that your body needs without any additives or preservatives.

In addition, venison contains high levels of protein and iron, which are both essential to our health. It's also low in fat and cholesterol compared to other meats. The meat from wild game is also free of hormones, steroids, and antibiotics found in some beef you buy in the grocery store.

Venison is an excellent choice for those who want to eat healthy while still enjoying delicious meals with friends and family at home or on the go!

A photo of four ground venison recipes, they include dirty cauliflower rice, chili, and a juicy venison burger

Easy Ground Venison Recipes

I've gathered some of my favorite ground venison recipes from fellow food bloggers to inspire your next menu. If you try a recipe, don't forget to tag the recipe creator on Instagram and let us know what you think! 

Here are 19 fantastic venison recipes that you can try for dinner tonight!

Easy 30-minute or less recipes

Ground venison can be a great way to add healthy protein to your diet and flavor any meal. One of the best ways to cook up ground venison is in tacos or sloppy joes! It doesn't get much easier than that! If you're looking for other ideas on how you can use ground venison, then keep reading below for easy 30 minute or less recipes!

Recipe provided by windingcreekranch.org.

Venison Meatballs - Sweet and Sour Sauce
Venison meatballs with sweet and sour sauce are made with ground venison that is perfectly spiced and covered in a delightful sweet and sour sauce that is tangy and full of flavor. These venison meatballs are an easy 30-minute recipe that everyone will love. These can be made into mini meatballs for an appetizer or a larger size for a main dish meal.
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Venison meatballs with sweet and sour sauce served on a bed of jasmine rice with sesame seeds sprinkled on top.

Recipe provided by joyfilledeats.com,

Dirty Cauliflower Rice Recipe -Low Carb, Keto, Gluten-Free, THM S
This Dirty Cauliflower Rice recipe is a keto spin on the classic Creole dish. Simple, quick, easy and so delicious, this low carb, one pan wonder can be on the table in less than 30 minutes!
Check out this recipe
A skillet of keto cauliflower rice being mixed with a wooden spoon

Recipe provided by midwexican.com,

Ground Venison Tacos
These Ground Venison Tacos feature smoky umami flavors that play off the unique flavors of deer meat; pair it with red wine vinaigrette slaw!
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Two tacos made with ground venison on a blue plate

Burgers

Venison is lean meat that has fewer calories than beef. This blog post provides four easy ground venison burger recipes for you to try.

Recipe provided by 24bite.com,

Venison Burger with Chorizo Cheddar and Jalapeno
Venison burgers flavored with chorizo and jalapeño are certain to be your new favorite. Cool it off with a little avocado mayo.
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A venison burger piled with red onion, tomato, and lettuce

Recipe provided by babaganosh.org,

Juicy Oven-Baked Venison Burgers Recipe
Mouthwatering, juicy Venison Burgers without any added fat! Make lean delicious venison burgers from ground venison in less than a half hour.
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A venison burger piled with cheese, lettuce, and tomato

Recipe provided by recipesfromapantry.com

Juicy Venison Burgers
This flavorful venison burgers recipe will shake up your burger routine! Easily make venison burgers on stovetop, grill, or in air fryer.
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A juicy venison burger piled with onion, cheese, and pickles

Recipe provided by krumpli.co.uk,

Venison Burgers with Blue Cheese
My venison burgers prove that beef ain’t the only game in town when it comes to patties, I top them with gin cooked peaches and blue cheese
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Venison burger topped with blue cheese

Chili

Venison chili is a hearty dish that the whole family will enjoy. There are many different types of venison chili recipes, and these favorite chili recipes are prepared in a variety of ways, in the slow cooker, Instant Pot, and stovetop! Which one is your favorite? Chili recipes are great because you can save leftovers for lunch or dinner later in the week!

Recipe provided by fantabulosity.com:

Venison Chili - Stovetop or Slow Cooker Recipe
This venison chili is one of the easiest and most flavorful ground deer meat recipes that you can make on the stove or in a slow cooker!
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A bowl of chili with shredded cheese one top.

Recipe provided by recipesfromapantry.com

Hearty Venison Chili (Plus Instant Pot + Slow Cooker Version)
This Hearty Venison Chili (Venison Chilli) is the PERFECT easy chilli to serve when the nights are cold and you want a warming and comforting one-pot meal. Ready in just about 40 mins and gluten-free. This deer chilli is over-the-top delicious and lower in fat than traditional chilli. I’ve included…
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Venison chili in a white bowl, topped with green onion, tomatoes, cabbage, and jalapeno slices.

Recipe provided by midwexican.com,

Spicy Venison Chili
Spicy Venison Chili features ground venison punched up with spicy, smoky, umami flavors that play off the earthy flavor of deer meat. It’s also paired with the usual chili suspects including fresh onion, bell pepper, and garlic.
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Spicy venison chili in a white bowl, topped with sour cream and shredded cheese.

Recipe provided by fitasamamabear.com,

Easy, Stovetop Venison Chili (Paleo, Whole30 Option)
A protein-loaded, comfort meal perfect for Sunday night dinner. This venison chili recipe is easy to make and packed full of classic flavor. Cozy up with a big bowl of healthy venison chili and warm up from head to toe.
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Easy, Stovetop Venison Chili (Paleo, Whole30 Option)

Recipe provided by themagicalslowcooker.com,

Slow Cooker Venison Chili
Have venison? Try my three pepper Slow Cooker Venison Chili that is full of veggies and spice.
Check out this recipe
A black slow cooker filled with venison chili.

Recipe provided by lowcarbyum.com,

Venison Chili - Stovetop or Slow Cooker Recipe
Venison chili is rich hearty, made with ground meat, bacon, veggies, and healthy beef bone broth. Make it on a stovetop or in a slow cooker!
Check out this recipe
A white bowl filled with venison chili.

Recipe provided by thecaglediaries.com,

Best Deer Chili Recipe Ever
This Deer Chili is a Southern recipe that takes only 10 minutes to prepare, then allow to simmer in the pot. Delicious comfort food at it’s best!
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A white bowl filled with venison chili, topped with tortilla strips, shredded cheese, and avocado slices.

Jerky and snack sticks recipes

Do you want to know how to make venison jerky? Then, you're in luck because I've got the best recipes for making venison jerky and snack sticks right here!

Homemade venison jerky, summer sausage, and snack sticks are delicious high-protein snacks that everyone will enjoy! They are certainly a favorite of everyone in my family!

Recipe provided by outgrilling.com,

Venison Snack Sticks {Hickory Smoked} - Out Grilling
Venison Snack Sticks are a tasty snack to make with ground venison and spices. All natural, hickory smoked with no preservatives.
Check out this recipe
Venison snack sticks stacked on a white serving platter.

Recipe provided by outgrilling.com,

Smoked Venison Summer Sausage Recipe - Out Grilling
Venison Summer Sausage is so simple to make and perfect for charcuterie boards. An all natural recipe that is preservative and nitrate free.
Check out this recipe
Venison summer sausage sliced and placed on a serving platter with crackers.

Recipe provided by beyondthechickencoop.com,

Venison Jerky
Dried venison jerky made with ground venison. This jerky can also be made with ground elk or other wild game meat.
Check out this recipe
Homemade venison jerky in a glass that is on its side.

Recipe provided by lowcarbyum.com,

Ground Beef Jerky Recipe with Hamburger or Venison
Here’s a quick and easy ground beef jerky recipe that can be made with or without a jerky gun. Simply season the meat, press into thin strips, then dehydrate.
Check out this recipe
Strips of ground beef jerky on a white table and in a clear glass.

Crockpot Beans

I love venison, and I am always looking for unique ways to use it!

Recipe provided by thecaglediaries.com,

Crock Pot Pinto Beans
Deliciously creamy and full of meat, these pinto beans are perfect every time. Your house will be smelling wonderful all day while this yummy recipe cooks.
Check out this recipe
Crockpot beans on a wooden spoon.

Whether you're a hunter or not, ground venison is an excellent option for adding more lean protein to your diet. Try some of these recipes, and let me know which ones are your favorites in the comments below!

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  1. Mihaela | https://theworldisanoyster.com/

    A hot chilli sounds just perfect! I love the collection, and I will try to cook more with game meat; it is cleaner than conventional meat!

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  2. Joanna

    I think I would love any of these chili recipes but I don’t see venison anywhere in the stores here. Will keep looking though!

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    • Jeri

      Maybe your local butcher shop can get it in?

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  3. Cindy Mom the Lunch Lady

    I love this post. My family hunts wild game every fall and these recipes would be great swapping out moose instead of venison.

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  4. Jean

    Lots of choices, we will be trying out the burger recipe first.

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  5. Giangi Townsend

    I was just given some venison and i had no idea how to prepare it. Grateful to run by your site. Wonderful suggestions! Thank you.

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  6. Kathy

    I'm always looking for more delicious ways to use up our venison! Can't wait to give them a try!

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