Description
Creamy Spinach Turkey Meatballs: A Delightfully Flavorful and Healthy Dinner Idea
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 2 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoon butter
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Make the Meatballs: In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, chopped spinach, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, oregano, and basil. Mix the ingredients together until well combined, being careful not to overmix. Form the mixture into evenly sized meatballs.
2. Cook the Meatballs: Heat a skillet over medium heat and brown the meatballs on all sides until they are cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set them aside.
3. Prepare the Creamy Sauce: In the same skillet, heat the olive oil and butter. Add the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and dried thyme, allowing the sauce to simmer until it has thickened slightly.
4. Combine and Simmer: Return the cooked meatballs to the skillet, gently coating them with the creamy sauce. Allow the meatballs and sauce to simmer together for 5-7 minutes, ensuring the flavors marry perfectly.
5. Serve and Enjoy: Garnish the Creamy Spinach Turkey Meatballs with fresh chopped parsley and serve them warm over a bed of rice, pasta, or your favorite side dish.
Notes
To ensure your Creamy Spinach Turkey Meatballs turn out perfectly every time, here are a few helpful tips and tricks:
Gently mix the meatball ingredients to prevent the meatballs from becoming dense and tough.
Use a small cookie scoop to portion the meatballs, ensuring they are uniform in size for even cooking.
Sear the meatballs in the skillet before adding them to the sauce to develop a delicious crust.
Simmer the meatballs in the sauce for at least 5-7 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Reheat leftovers gently on the stovetop or in the microwave to prevent the meatballs from drying out.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs with sauce
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg