Creamy Garlic Spinach Turkey Meatballs
Delicious and healthy turkey meatballs in a creamy garlic spinach sauce.
Equipment
- Large Bowl For mixing ingredients.
- Skillet For cooking meatballs and sauce.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 0.5 lb ground turkey meat
- 0.5 lb ground chicken meat
- 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 8 cloves garlic (4 grated, 4 minced)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 0.5 tsp red crushed chili pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cube bouillon cube (optional)
- 1 cup fresh chopped cilantro or parsley
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 small yellow onion diced
- 0.33 cup vegetable broth
- 5 oz jarred sun-dried tomatoes in oil drained
- 1.75 cups heavy cream
- 3 cups baby spinach leaves
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground turkey, ground chicken, mozzarella cheese, grated garlic, Italian seasoning, bouillon cube, red chili pepper flakes (if using), chopped cilantro, salt, and pepper. Form medium-sized meatballs and set them aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Cook the meatballs for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter in the remaining juices. Add minced garlic and diced onion, cooking until translucent, about 3-5 minutes. Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. Pour in the vegetable broth and let the sauce reduce slightly, about 3-4 minutes.
- Reduce the heat, then pour in the heavy cream, stirring gently. Allow it to simmer while occasionally stirring. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the baby spinach to the sauce, allowing it to wilt. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, letting it melt into the sauce.
- Return the cooked meatballs to the pan, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and spoon the sauce over each meatball. Serve over steamed vegetables, cauliflower rice for a Keto option, or traditional rice/pasta for a non-Keto meal.
Notes
You can customize the cheese and herbs to suit your taste preferences. No alcoholic drinks allowed, please substitute with a non-alcoholic option.