Description
These Honey Garlic Turkey Meatballs are a delicious and healthy twist on a classic favorite. Tender turkey meatballs baked to perfection and coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, making for a quick and easy meal that’s perfect for weeknights or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Meatballs:
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- Salt, to taste
For the Sauce:
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking the meatballs.
- Mix meatball ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Form meatballs: Roll the mixture into evenly sized meatballs and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they’re spaced apart for even cooking.
- Bake meatballs: Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes or until they are golden brown and fully cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Prepare sauce: While the meatballs are baking, combine honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic in a small saucepan over medium heat. Let the mixture simmer for 2–3 minutes until it slightly thickens, stirring occasionally.
- Coat meatballs: Once baked, toss the meatballs in the warm honey garlic sauce until they are evenly coated with the flavorful glaze.
- Serve: Serve the honey garlic turkey meatballs immediately with your favorite side dishes for a delicious and satisfying meal.
Notes
- Ensure the internal temperature of the meatballs reaches 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
- You can substitute breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs to make it gluten-free.
- Add chopped fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro to the meat mixture for extra flavor.
- Serve over rice, noodles, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
- Leftover meatballs can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
