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Creamy Spinach Turkey Meatballs Recipe

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients:
  • - 1/2 lb 220g ground turkey
  • - 1/2 lb 220g ground chicken
  • - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • - 1/3 cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano
  • - 1/2 cup Panko crumbs
  • - 1/2 cup powdered Parmesan
  • - 4 cloves garlic grated
  • - 4 cloves garlic minced
  • - 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • - 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • - 1 teaspoon red crushed chili pepper flakes
  • - 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
  • - 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes
  • - 1 cup heavy cream
  • - 1 cup chicken broth
  • - 2 cups fresh spinach
  • - 2 tablespoons butter
  • - Olive oil for cooking

Instructions
 

  • Cooking Instructions:
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, ground chicken, mozzarella cheese, Parmigiano Reggiano, Panko crumbs, powdered Parmesan, grated garlic, and Italian seasoning. Use your hands or a cookie scoop to mix the ingredients thoroughly and form medium-sized meatballs.
  • Heat a skillet over medium-low heat and add a drizzle of olive oil. Once the oil is hot, place the meatballs in the skillet and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally until they're golden brown on all sides and slightly pink in the center.
  • While the meatballs are cooking, prepare the sauce. In a separate skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and chicken broth, cooking for a few minutes until fragrant. Slowly stir in the heavy cream, allowing it to simmer gently.
  • Once the meatballs are browned, transfer them to the sauce skillet. Add fresh spinach and let the meatballs simmer in the sauce for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until they're fully cooked and heated through.
  • Serve the meatballs warm with your choice of side, such as polenta or cheesy rice. Enjoy your delicious creamy spinach turkey meatballs!
  • Extra Tips:
  • When preparing these meatballs, consider adjusting the seasoning to your preference. If you like a bit more heat, increase the amount of red crushed chili pepper flakes. For a creamier sauce, you can add more heavy cream or even a splash of white wine for added depth of flavor. Additionally, the meatballs are quick and easy to prepare and remember that these meatballs freeze well, so feel free to make a double batch and store some for later!