Description
These Turkey and Stuffing Meatballs combine lean ground turkey, flavorful sausage, and classic stovetop stuffing for a comforting, holiday-inspired dish that’s easy to make and perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings.
Ingredients
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Vegetables and Liquids
- ½ cup yellow onion, minced
- 1 rib celery, very finely diced
- ¾ cup chicken broth
- ¼ cup water
- 4 tablespoons butter, divided
Meat and Other Ingredients
- 1 (6 oz.) box turkey Stovetop stuffing
- 1 lb. ground turkey (85% lean)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ½ lb. ground sausage (pork or your preferred variety)
- 1 large egg, whisked
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F to ensure it’s ready for baking the meatballs.
- Sauté Vegetables: Melt half of the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced onions and finely diced celery. Cook, stirring frequently, until softened, about 5-6 minutes.
- Prepare Stuffing Mixture: Add the remaining butter, chicken broth, and water to the saucepan. Bring to a boil and stir in the stuffing mix. Reduce heat to low and stir until well combined. Remove from heat, transfer to a large bowl, and let cool for 2-3 minutes.
- Combine Meats and Egg: Season the ground turkey with salt and pepper and add it to the bowl with the stuffing mixture. Add the ground sausage and whisked egg. Stir gently but thoroughly until the ingredients are evenly combined.
- Form Meatballs: Roll the mixture into 1 ¾ inch meatballs and place them on a lightly greased, light-colored baking sheet to ensure even cooking.
- Bake and Broil: Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Then, broil them at 450°F for 2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent excessive browning.
- Serve: Remove the meatballs from the oven and serve warm with mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, and cranberry sauce for a complete meal.
Notes
- For best flavor, use a mild or sweet ground sausage; however, spicy sausage can add a nice kick.
- Ensure meatballs are rolled to uniform size for even cooking.
- Watching the broil step is important to avoid burning; it’s a quick process.
- These meatballs reheat well and can be frozen for meal prep.
