Description
Easy Turkey Meatballs are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional meatballs, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian-seasoned)
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying or drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) or heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, parsley, garlic powder, Parmesan cheese, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined—avoid overmixing.
- Wet your hands slightly and roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
- Place meatballs on a baking sheet if baking or directly into the skillet if frying.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown or fry until browned on all sides and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
Notes
- Serve over pasta, as sliders, or on their own.
- Enjoy the delightful aroma that fills your kitchen as they bake.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking or Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg