Easy Baked Meatballs That Taste Like Home-Made Comfort

These Baked Meatballs are a deliciously versatile, healthy, and quick meal that brings comfort and joy, perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 meatballs

Course: High Protein Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Meatballs

1 lb Lean ground turkey or chicken
1 cup Plain breadcrumbs Use whole wheat if preferred
1 large Egg Acts as a binder
½ cup Grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup Finely chopped parsley Or dried

For the Seasoning

1 teaspoon Onion powder
1 teaspoon Garlic powder
1 teaspoon Dried oregano
1 teaspoon Salt
½ teaspoon Black pepper

For Cooking

cooking spray Cooking spray or olive oil spray Prevents sticking

Equipment

Oven
baking sheet
mixing bowl
parchment paper

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or spray with cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the lean ground turkey or chicken, plain breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan, parsley, and all spices. Mix gently until just combined.
Form the mixture into 24 evenly sized meatballs about 1 inch in diameter and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake the meatballs for 18-20 minutes or until lightly golden and cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove from the oven, let rest for a few minutes, and serve with sauce, over spaghetti squash, or as a snack.

Nutrition

Serving: 4meatballsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Don’t overmix the ingredients to keep meatballs tender. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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