Turkey Meatballs in Wine Sauce
Juicy turkey meatballs meet a luxurious, velvety wine sauce in this comforting and elegant dish that captures the perfect balance of flavorful simplicity. Made with lean ground turkey, Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, and a hint of garlic, these tender meatballs are cooked until golden brown and then simmered in an aromatic sauce of dry white wine, chicken broth, and fresh thyme. The result is a dish that's rich in flavor yet light enough to enjoy any night of the week. This one-pan recipe is ready in just under an hour, making it a perfect choice for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. Serve these turkey meatballs in wine sauce over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread to savor every last drop of the herby, savory sauce. With its irresistible combination of textures and flavors, this recipe is bound to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small yellow onion
- 1.5 cups chicken broth
- 0.75 cup dry white wine
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic (2 cloves), chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
Form the turkey mixture into meatballs, each about 1.5 inches in diameter. You should get approximately 12-14 meatballs.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches and sear them until browned on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and butter. Once the butter has melted, add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic (1 clove). Sauté until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
Sprinkle the flour over the onion mixture and stir well to create a roux. Cook for 1 minute to avoid a raw flour taste.
Gradually pour in the chicken broth and white wine, whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Add the fresh thyme and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Return the meatballs to the skillet, ensuring they are submerged in the sauce. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the meatballs are fully cooked.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Serve the turkey meatballs hot, garnished with extra parsley if desired. Pair them with pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious wine sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1732 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 101.3 g | 130% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.1 g | 176% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 624 mg | 208% | |
| Sodium | 4831 mg | 210% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.9 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.5 g | ||
| Protein | 115.3 g | 231% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 368 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 10.6 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 732 mg | 16% | |
*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.
