Easy Oven Baked Meatballs
Classic, easy-to-make oven-baked meatballs ready in under 45 minutes.
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Aluminum Foil
- non-stick spray
- Mixing Bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- spoon or hands for mixing
- Oven
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef or ground turkey breast
- 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 cup yellow onion minced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray it with non-stick spray; set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef (or turkey), panko, egg, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, minced yellow onion, dried oregano, dried basil, and olive oil.
- Mix the ingredients gently but thoroughly until evenly combined, taking care not to overwork the meat.
- Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for turkey or 160°F (71°C) for beef.
- Remove from the oven and serve with pasta, sauce, or as an appetizer.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef or turkey breast as noted.
- Do not overmix to keep meatballs tender.
- Use an instant-read thermometer for doneness if desired.
- Panko gives a lighter texture than regular breadcrumbs.