Turkey Meatballs

Turkey Meatballs

12 servings
This juicy turkey meatballs recipe with fragrant garlic, herby oregano, and savory parmesan is an easy Italian dinner.

Ingredients

  • 1 lbs of ground turkey
  • 2 egg
  • 1 cup of yellow onion

    finely chopped

  • 2 garlic cloves

    minced

  • 1 tablespoon dry basil
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon of pepper
  • 1/4 cup of grated parmesan
  • 1/2 cup gluten free panko

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 400Fº.

  2. 2

    To a large bowl add ground turkey, egg, onion, garlic, basil, oregano, salt, pepper, parmesan and panko. Mix all ingredients together by hand.

  3. 3

    Form into 2″ balls and place in a greased baking sheet or baking dish. {it should make about a dozen meatballs}

  4. 4

    Bake for 15-20 uncovered.

  5. 5

    Serve on spaghetti with Homemade Tomato Sauce.

Turkey Meatballs

Turkey Meatballs

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About this Recipe

Craving a classic Italian comfort food that's both incredibly juicy and surprisingly quick to prepare? These turkey meatballs are your new go-to, delivering authentic flavors for an easy weeknight dinner.

The secret to these exceptionally juicy turkey meatballs lies in the perfect balance of savory parmesan, aromatic garlic, and fresh, herby oregano. The inclusion of gluten-free panko ensures a tender texture without drying out the ground turkey, making them a fantastic, naturally gluten-free option for everyone at your table.

What you'll experience is a truly satisfying meatball: tender and moist on the inside, bursting with a harmonious blend of Italian herbs and savory cheese. Each bite offers that familiar, comforting taste you associate with a homemade Italian meal, but with the lighter touch of ground turkey. You'll love how effortlessly these flavorful meatballs come together, transforming simple ingredients into something truly special.

Feel free to customize these meatballs to your taste. While ground turkey is excellent, you could experiment with ground chicken for a similar lean profile. For a bolder herb flavor, consider adding a touch of fresh parsley alongside the dried basil and oregano. Don't have parmesan? Grana Padano or Pecorino Romano would offer a delicious, salty alternative.

These versatile turkey meatballs are perfect served simmering in your favorite marinara sauce with pasta, nestled in a sub roll, or simply as a hearty appetizer on their own.

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