Description
These Irresistible Easy Turkey Meatballs are the perfect solution for busy weeknights or unexpected guests. With their juicy texture and mouthwatering flavors, they transform any meal into a memorable occasion. Quickly prepared and baked to golden perfection, these meatballs are versatile enough to serve with pasta, on sliders, or as appetizers. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this simple yet delicious recipe that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian-seasoned)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Using a cookie scoop or your hands, form small balls about 1 inch in diameter and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Drizzle olive oil over the meatballs to ensure a golden brown crust.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C).
- Let them rest briefly before serving with your favorite sauce or toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (120g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg