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Baked Ground Turkey Meatballs

These Baked Ground Turkey Meatballs are simple, flavorful, and healthy—perfect for a quick, wholesome weeknight dinner everyone will love!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Cookie scoop or spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 small yellow onion finely diced
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon granulated beef bouillon optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 pound ground turkey (93% lean)
  • olive oil for brushing or cooking spray

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). This ensures the meatballs cook evenly and develop a nice golden color.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, diced onion, egg, Greek yogurt, panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, basil, parsley, rosemary, oregano, beef bouillon (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  • Using a cookie scoop or your hands, portion the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them about an inch apart on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Lightly brush the tops of the meatballs with olive oil or spray with cooking spray to help them brown nicely in the oven.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through and golden brown. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
  • Remove the meatballs from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes. Serve with your favorite sauce, over pasta, or as an appetizer. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Don’t overmix the meat mixture to keep meatballs tender.
  • Check internal temperature to ensure meatballs are fully cooked.
  • These meatballs can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for 3 months.
Keyword Baked, Easy, Ground Turkey, Healthy, Quick