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If you feel like being creative in the kitchen, why not swap ground chicken or beef for turkey? This versatile protein can be substituted in all of your favorite recipes. From tacos and chili to meatballs, burgers, and stir-fries - there’s nothing you can’t make with this lean and delicious meat.
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Easy Turkey Meatballs Recipe

Tender and juicy, smothered in delicious tomato sauce, these turkey meatballs melt in your mouth! They’re full of flavor and great for a quick weeknight meal or appetizer for a party! You’ll love them!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 16 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 pounds ground turkey
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/3 fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/4 cup minced onion
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons tomato sauce
  • 1 tablespoon dried basil

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, soak breadcrumbs in milk until they are soggy.
  • Add other ingredients except for the ground turkey and mix well.
  • Add ground turkey and mix with your hand. Make sure not to overwork the meat.
  • Use a spoon or melon baller to scoop out the meat mixture and form small balls. Place the balls on a cookie sheet.
  • In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs in one layer and cook, turning until browned all sides, about 6-8 minutes.
  • (Optional) Add tomato sauce and simmer until the sauce has thickened and coat nicely onto the meatballs.
  • Serve with spaghetti and enjoy!

Notes

  • If you’d like to bake them in the oven, set the temperature at 350°F and bake for 20-25 minutes.
  • These Turkey meatballs are great for meal prep and freeze well. So you can easily double the recipe.