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Easy Turkey Meatballs

Carolyn Menyes|April 8, 2020 1:43 pm EST

Easy Turkey Meatballs

4.5 (2 ratings)

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These easy turkey meatballs come together quickly and are satisfying for diners of all ages. If you'd prefer, you can also use ground chicken.

Prep Time

15

minutes

Cook Time

25

minutes

Servings

6

Total time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground turkey breast
• 6 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/4 large white onion, diced very fine (or minced in food processor)
• 1/2 tablespoon dried parsley
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 cup italian-seasoned breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 jar marinara sauce

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. In a large mixing bowl, add all ingredients except marinara sauce and mix together well by hand.
4. If you find the mixture is too wet, add more breadcrumbs.
5. Roll meatballs into approximately 1-inch balls and place on baking sheet.
6. Cook meatballs in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until internal temperature of the meatballs reaches 165 degrees in the center.
7. In a large pot, add marinara sauce on the stove and heat over medium-low heat.
8. After done cooking, add meatballs to the sauce and cook for a couple minutes.
9. Serve over pasta of your choice, or in a sub sandwich with sliced Provolone cheese.