These turkey meatballs are tender and a great alternative to regular meatballs. They are filled with parmesan cheese and onion and seasoned with oregano and thyme. Cooked in under 45 minutes and in one pan.
Turkey is a great alternative to red meat. It is healthy, kid-friendly, delicious, and a great weekday dinner recipe. These meatballs are soft and tender and perfectly flavored with seasonings and the cheese!
INGREDIENTS
- Ground Turkey
- Parmesan Cheese
- Egg
- Onion
- Breadcrumbs
- Green Onion
- Cilantro
- Tomato Paste
- Diced Tomato
- Dried Oregano
- Dried Thyme
- Salt & Pepper
- Olive Oil
- Chicken Stock
INSTRUCTIONS
- In a large bowl, add turkey, egg, parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, half of the onion, green onion, oregano, thyme, salt & pepper. Using your hands combine all the ingredients together until well mixed.
- Form into meatballs using an ice cream scoop.
- In a large pan over medium heat, add olive oil and brown the meatballs on all sides.
- To the pan add the other half of the onion, tomato paste, diced tomato, and chicken stock and bring to boil then simmer for 10-15 minutes. Stirring occasionally.
- Sprinkle some cilantro or parsley and grated parmesan cheese and serve over pasta or rice.
Recipe FAQ’s
What can I serve with the turkey meatballs?
Turkey meatballs will be great over cooked pasta, rice, or even with side of bread.
How long do they last and can I freeze them?
They will last in airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days and yes, absolutely you can freeze them.
Can I substitute the turkey with chicken?
Yes, you can even do half chicken and half turkey or if you’re not a fan of turkey, start with half meat and half turkey!
Turkey Meatballs and Pasta in Tomato Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 1/3 cup bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup diced tomato can with juice
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1/4 cup green onion, chopped
- 1/8 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- salt & pepper
- cooked pasta
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add turkey, egg, parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, half of the onion, green onion, oregano, thyme, salt & pepper. Using your hands combine all the ingredients together until well mixed. Form into meatballs using an ice cream scoop.
- In a large pan over medium heat, add olive oil and brown the meatballs on all sides.
- To the pan add the other half of the onion, tomato paste, diced tomato, and chicken stock and bring to boil then simmer for 10-15 minutes. Stirring occasionally. Sprinkle some cilantro or parsley and grated parmesan cheese and serve over pasta or rice.
