Perfect Turkey Meatballs
Juicy, flavorful, and effortlessly versatile, these Perfect Turkey Meatballs are destined to become a family favorite! Made with lean ground turkey, Parmesan cheese, and a blend of fragrant herbs like parsley and oregano, these meatballs boast restaurant-quality flavor while remaining healthy and approachable. The secret to their tender texture lies in the milk-soaked breadcrumbs, ensuring every bite is moist and packed with savory goodness. Sear them to golden perfection in olive oil and enjoy them on their own, simmered in marinara sauce, or nestled atop a bed of pasta. Ready in just 35 minutes, these easy-to-make meatballs are perfect for a weeknight dinner or meal prep!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Stir and let sit for 2 minutes to allow the breadcrumbs to soak up the milk.
Add the ground turkey, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, fresh parsley, dried oregano, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
Using clean hands or a large spoon, gently mix the ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the meatballs tough.
Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. You should have roughly 16 meatballs.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Working in batches if needed, add the meatballs to the skillet, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Sear the meatballs until they are golden brown on all sides, about 6-8 minutes total.
Remove the meatballs from the skillet and transfer them to a plate while you finish cooking the remaining batches.
Once all the meatballs are seared, return them to the skillet. If you prefer, you can add marinara sauce at this stage and simmer the meatballs in the sauce for another 10 minutes, ensuring they cook through.
Serve the turkey meatballs warm over pasta, in a sandwich, or on their own with a dipping sauce. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
320 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.4 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 133 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 531 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.8 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 26.9 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 93 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 80 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
