Description
An easy turkey meatball recipe featuring juicy, perfectly seasoned meatballs simmered in a creamy, flavorful chicken broth-based gravy — all made in one skillet for a quick and hearty main meal.
Ingredients
- Meatballs:
- 1¼ lbs ground turkey
- ⅔ cup panko bread crumbs
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ cup minced onion
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Cream Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- 1½ tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground turkey, breadcrumbs, oregano, garlic powder, minced onion, egg, and Worcestershire sauce until well combined.
- Shape into 1½-inch meatballs and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs and cook until browned on all sides. Work in batches if needed to avoid crowding. Remove to a plate and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium-low heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 2–3 minutes, whisking constantly to form a roux.
- Slowly whisk in chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, Worcestershire sauce, cream, and oregano. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.
- Return meatballs to the skillet and spoon the sauce over them. Simmer for 15 minutes until meatballs are cooked through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
- Serve hot over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice.
Notes
- Meatballs are done when they reach an internal temperature of 165°F. Use an instant-read thermometer for accuracy.
- Chill meatballs for at least 1 hour before cooking to help them hold their shape.
- Customize the sauce with fresh herbs like basil, thyme, or rosemary.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 433
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 628mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0.3g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 169mg
