Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Creamy Spinach Turkey Meatballs, a delightful dish that combines lean turkey and fresh spinach enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce. These tender meatballs are perfect for cozy dinners or special occasions, offering a nutritious twist on a classic favorite. With their appealing presentation and mouthwatering taste, they are sure to impress family and friends while keeping your meal prep stress-free.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together ground turkey, chopped spinach, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and the beaten egg until well combined.
- Form the mixture into meatballs about two inches in diameter and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) is reached.
- While meatballs bake, heat heavy cream and chicken broth in a saucepan over medium heat until simmering.
- Once meatballs are done, transfer them to the saucepan and let them simmer in the sauce for five minutes.
- Serve warm over pasta or rice and garnish with additional Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 95mg