Ground Turkey and Ground Chicken Meatballs
Delicious and healthier ground turkey and ground chicken meatballs perfect for weeknight dinners, served with marinara sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Poultry
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1/2 pound ground chicken
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup marinara sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Combine the ground turkey, ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning in a large bowl.
- Mix the ingredients thoroughly using your hands.
- Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and place the meatballs, leaving space between each.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through and golden brown.
- Serve hot with marinara sauce for dipping or over pasta.
Notes
Use a cookie scoop for evenly sized meatballs and check that they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).