Description
Slow Cooker Garlic Parmesan Turkey Meatballs are a mouthwatering dish featuring tender turkey meatballs infused with aromatic garlic and rich Parmesan. Perfect for any occasion, these meatballs are sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Ingredients: Gather all ingredients on a clean countertop and have your slow cooker ready.
- 2. Mix the Meatball Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 3. Form Into Meatballs: Scoop out portions of the mixture and roll them into golf ball-sized meatballs.
- 4. Place in Slow Cooker: Gently place each meatball into your slow cooker, snugly fitting them together.
- 5. Cook Low and Slow: Cover and cook on low heat for about 6 hours or high heat for about 3 hours until internal temperature reaches at least 165°F.
- 6. Serve with Style: Transfer cooked meatballs to plates and drizzle with additional Parmesan or serve alongside marinara sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider browning the turkey meatballs in a skillet before placing them in the slow cooker. Feel free to customize by swapping ground turkey for chicken or adding spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days; reheat in the slow cooker or microwave.