Fast Turkey Meatballs

Introduction

Few dishes deliver weeknight dinner magic like these Fast Turkey Meatballs—juicy, flavorful, and on the table in about 30 minutes. They’re lighter than classic beef versions but are loaded with herbs and spices, making them a delicious and healthier crowd-pleaser.

Perfect for busy home cooks, these turkey meatballs can be prepped and cooked in a flash and pair perfectly with pasta, salad, or tucked into a sub. The best part: They’re versatile enough to adapt to your favorite seasonings or serve with your sauce of choice.

Why Make Fast Turkey Meatballs?

These meatballs combine lean turkey for a light but satisfying protein punch with a blend of classic Italian herbs, parmesan, and garlic—the result is tender, aromatic, and never dry. Their simplicity is the secret weapon; less than 10 ingredients, minimal chopping, and quick cooking methods offer maximum reward with minimal effort. Homemade beats store-bought every time!

How to Make Meatballs in Record Time

Speed is the name of the game. Start by chopping onion and parsley quickly with the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper for fine, even cuts that blend seamlessly into your mixture.

Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Mix gently—overworking the mixture can make meatballs tough. If uniform sizing is important, a cookie scoop or kitchen scale can help.

For the fastest, healthiest results, use a COSORI Air Fryer 9-in-1, Compact & Large 6-Qt, Grey, letting you cook a full batch of meatballs evenly in under 15 minutes without preheating or excess oil. Alternatively, line your baking sheet with a sheet from the Reynolds Kitchens Brown Parchment Paper Roll, 45 Square Feet to guarantee easy cleanup and prevent sticking if baking in a conventional oven.

Serving, Storing, and Creative Uses

Serve your turkey meatballs atop spaghetti, nestle them in sub rolls, or toss them into a vibrant salad stored in a Bentgo Salad Container – 54 oz Bowl, Khaki Green for a meal-prep win. Leftovers freeze beautifully for a future effortless dinner, and they also shine in lunchboxes or as appetizers with toothpicks and a dip.

Nutritional Information & Serving Size

This recipe yields about 20 meatballs, serving 4-5 people. Each serving (4-5 meatballs) contains roughly 220 calories, 20g protein, and 11g fat. By using lean turkey, you keep saturated fats low—making these a wholesome, filling option.

Fast Turkey Meatballs Recipe (Recap)

With their savory flavor and juicy texture, these Fast Turkey Meatballs redefine quick weeknight dinners. Lean, seasoned, and endlessly adaptable, they’ll become your go-to for any meal that needs a touch of comforting, homemade goodness.

Instructions

1. Finely chop the onion and parsley using your Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper for quick, even results.
2. In a large mixing bowl, gently combine ground turkey, onion, breadcrumbs, parmesan, parsley, garlic, egg, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper. Mix until just incorporated; avoid over-mixing.
3. Shape the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs (about 18-20). For even sizing, a cookie scoop or kitchen scale is useful.
4. If using an air fryer, arrange the meatballs in a single layer in your COSORI Air Fryer 9-in-1, Compact & Large 6-Qt, Grey. Spray lightly with olive oil and cook at 400°F for 10–12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
5. For oven baking, preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with Reynolds Kitchens Brown Parchment Paper Roll, 45 Square Feet. Place meatballs evenly on the sheet, spray with olive oil, and bake for 15–17 minutes or until lightly browned and cooked through.
6. Serve hot with your favorite sauce, over pasta, in a roll, or as a protein-rich snack. If meal prepping, store in the Bentgo Salad Container – 54 oz Bowl, Khaki Green for easy lunches.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 10–15 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Enjoy the unbeatable flavor and unmatched speed of these Fast Turkey Meatballs—sure to be a staple in your recipe lineup!