Description
These Honey Garlic Turkey Meatballs are a delicious, easy-to-make dish perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Juicy ground turkey meatballs are baked to perfection and then coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, creating a flavorful combination that everyone will enjoy.
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 prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Prepare Meatball Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated without overmixing to keep the meatballs tender.
- Form Meatballs: Roll the mixture into evenly sized meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter, and place them spaced out on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake Meatballs: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) ensuring food safety.
- Make the Sauce: While the meatballs are baking, heat olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic, honey, and soy sauce, and simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens and flavors meld.
- Coat Meatballs: Once baked, transfer the meatballs to a large bowl and toss them with the warm honey garlic sauce until they are evenly coated and glossy.
- Serve: Serve the meatballs immediately as an appetizer, over rice, or alongside your favorite vegetables for a complete meal.
Notes
- You can substitute ground chicken for ground turkey if preferred.
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free breadcrumbs and tamari sauce instead of soy sauce.
- Do not overmix the meatball mixture, as this can make the meatballs dense.
- For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce while simmering.
- Leftover meatballs can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
