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Sunday Skillet Turkey Meatballs

Contributed by: Christopher VanderReyden

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Course Cuisine Servings Difficulty Spice Prep Cook Total Created
Entree Italian-American 5 Easy Mild 25 min 25 min 50 min 2026-02-10 19:08:45

Overview

Lightened-up turkey meatballs simmered in marinara for a cozy yet balanced meal.

Ingredients

  • 20 oz Ground turkey
  • 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (finely grated)
  • 1 piece Eggs (beaten)
  • 2 clove Garlic (minced)
  • 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 0.75 tsp Salt (to taste)
  • 0.5 tsp Black pepper
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 3 cup Marinara sauce

Tools

  • Mixing bowl — Prep, Large, medium, or small as needed
  • Measuring cups — Measuring, Dry and liquid
  • Optional Measuring spoons — Measuring
  • Nonstick skillet — Stovetop, 10–12 inch
  • Optional Wooden spoon — Utensils

Instructions

Mix ground turkey with breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper until just combined. Form meatballs and brown in a skillet with olive oil. Add marinara sauce, cover, and simmer until cooked through. Serve with pasta, grains, or vegetables.