Description
Enjoy a burst of flavor with these Irresistible Easy Turkey Meatballs! Perfectly seasoned and made with lean ground turkey, these meatballs are tender, juicy, and versatile enough for any gathering. Whether served with spaghetti, in a meatball sub, or as an appetizer at your next party, they are sure to impress. Quick to prepare and deliciously satisfying, these meatballs will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian-seasoned)
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix with your hands until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into small meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter) and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Serve with your favorite sauce or enjoy plain.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: For added richness, mix in ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese. Experiment with sauces like marinara or BBQ for different flavors. If you want to add vegetables, consider mixing in finely diced bell peppers or onions.