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Ground Turkey Meatballs

Ground Turkey Meatballs


  • Author: Crystal
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 20 meatballs 1x

Description

Juicy and flavorful ground turkey meatballs, baked or pan-fried, perfect for pasta, subs, or meal prep.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (if pan-frying)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) or heat olive oil in skillet for frying.
  2. In a bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, and seasonings. Mix well.
  3. Shape mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
  4. For baking: place meatballs on a lined baking sheet and bake 18–20 minutes until cooked through.
  5. For pan-frying: cook in skillet, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through.
  6. Serve with pasta, sauce, or on subs.

Notes

For extra moisture, add 2 tbsp milk to the mixture before shaping.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baked or Pan-Fried
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 meatballs
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 340mg
  • Fat: 11g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: ground turkey meatballs, healthy dinner, protein meal