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Turkey Stuffing Balls

Savory Turkey Stuffing Balls for a Healthy Holiday Treat

Delicious Turkey Stuffing Balls that are a healthy, portable twist on a classic holiday dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 balls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 lb Ground Turkey Can substitute with ground chicken or plant-based alternative
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free option
  • 1 medium Onion Diced finely
  • 1 cup Celery Diced finely
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
For the Seasoning
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Parsley
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Sage
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Thyme
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning
  • to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning
Binding and Moisture
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder
  • 1/2 cup Chicken Broth Adjust for desired texture

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil, sauté the onion and celery until translucent, then add minced garlic.
  3. Combine the sautéed vegetables with ground turkey, breadcrumbs, herbs, salt, pepper, chicken broth, and egg in a mixing bowl.
  4. Form tablespoon-sized balls and place them on the baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown.
  6. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 12gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These Turkey Stuffing Balls are perfect for holiday gatherings and can be adapted with various ingredients and seasonings.

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