Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with these creamy spinach turkey meatballs! Tender turkey and vibrant spinach come together in a rich, creamy sauce that’s perfect for pasta or crusty bread. This dish not only satisfies your taste buds but also adds a nutritious twist to your meal. Whether it’s a family dinner or a gathering with friends, these meatballs are guaranteed to impress and please.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for sautéing)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, mix ground turkey, chopped spinach, breadcrumbs, minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, cream cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Roll the mixture into uniform meatballs (about 2 tablespoons each) and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, warm olive oil and add chicken broth; bring to a simmer.
- Stir in remaining cream cheese until smooth and creamy; gently add baked meatballs to the sauce and simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes.
- Serve over pasta or rice, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg