Creamy Spinach Turkey Meatballs
Creamy Spinach Turkey Meatballs offer a delightful combination of juicy turkey and fresh spinach, all enveloped in a luscious creamy sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, these meatballs are not only delicious but also nutritious, making them a hit with family and friends. With minimal prep time required, you can whip up this flavor-packed dish in no time!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, spinach, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, and half of the Parmesan cheese. Mix gently until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet with space between each.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Meanwhile, in a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the heavy cream and chicken broth until smooth. Stir in the remaining Parmesan and cream cheese until melted.
- Add the baked meatballs to the sauce and simmer for five minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 95mg