Garlic Parmesan Turkey Meatballs
Garlic Parmesan Turkey Meatballs are a healthy and flavorful alternative to traditional meatballs, perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Made with lean ground turkey, aromatic garlic, and rich Parmesan cheese, these juicy bites are coated in a delicious garlic sauce that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Whether served over pasta, as appetizers, or in sub sandwiches, they’re sure to be a hit at your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp butter (for sauce)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (for sauce)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2. In a large bowl, mix ground turkey, minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, and parsley until well combined.
- 3. Roll the mixture into small meatballs (about 2 tablespoons each) and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- 4. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of at least 165°F/74°C).
- 5. While baking, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add additional minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth and simmer.
- 6. Toss baked meatballs gently in the garlic sauce before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (120g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: - Substitute ground turkey with chicken or beef if desired. - Add herbs like basil or oregano for extra flavor. - Mix in finely chopped spinach or grated zucchini for added nutrition.