GLUTEN-FREE TURKEY MEATBALLS
These savory gluten-free turkey meatballs are tender and juicy! These mouthwatering meatballs combine the richness of Italian flavors with lean turkey.
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey breast
- 1 egg whisked
- 1/4 cup gluten-free plain breadcrumbs or gluten-free panko
- 1/4 cup pecorino romano or grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
- 1 tablespoon chopped flat-leaf parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Whisk the egg in a large bowl. Then, add the ground turkey breast, breadcrumbs, pecorino romano, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, basil, parsley, salt, and pepper to the bowl.
- Thoroughly combine all of the ingredients with your hands. Then, gently form 12 meatballs. Don’t press them too hard or they will be dense.
- Place the turkey meatballs on a sheet pan with parchment paper. Bake the meatballs at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 17-20 minutes or until fully cooked, when they reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Don’t overcook the meatballs or they will be dry and hard.
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Notes
- Ground Turkey To Use: We used 99% ground turkey breast in these meatballs. You could substitute this for 93% lean ground turkey.
- Ground Turkey Substitution: You could use ground chicken breast in this recipe instead of ground turkey breast.
- Storage: Store leftover meatballs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 124kcal | Carbohydrates: 3.9g | Protein: 21.9g | Fat: 2.5g | Saturated Fat: 0.7g | Cholesterol: 77mg | Sodium: 303mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 0.5g