Ingredients
– 1 pound ground turkey
– 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
– 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (or gluten-free breadcrumbs)
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 large egg
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
– Salt to taste
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1/2 cup chicken broth
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Creating these flavorful Creamy Spinach Turkey Meatballs is a straightforward process. Follow these steps for a successful dish:
1. Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, chopped spinach, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, onion powder, Italian seasoning, black pepper, and salt.
3. Form Meatballs: Use your hands to mix the ingredients until combined. Roll the mixture into meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.
4. Cook Meatballs: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the meatballs carefully into the skillet and cook until browned on all sides, approximately 6-8 minutes. You may need to cook in batches.
5. Prepare Sauce: Once the meatballs are browned, remove them from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Bring sauce to a gentle simmer.
6. Return Meatballs: Carefully place the browned meatballs back into the skillet. Let them simmer in the sauce for an additional 10-15 minutes until fully cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
7. Garnish: Once cooked, sprinkle with fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor.
These easy-to-follow steps will create a delicious dish that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 35g