Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Fresh Turkey Meatballs with Gravy, a healthier twist on a classic comfort dish. These tender, juicy meatballs are made with lean turkey and complemented by a rich homemade gravy that enhances their savory taste. Perfectly versatile, they can be served over mashed potatoes, pasta, or even as sliders. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is sure to become a beloved staple in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley or Italian seasoning
- 2 cups brown gravy (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, panko breadcrumbs, beaten egg, chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and parsley until blended.
- Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- While meatballs bake, prepare gravy as per package instructions or homemade recipe over medium heat.
- Once baked, add meatballs to the gravy and simmer on low for an additional 5-10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg