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Cheesy Turkey Meatball Skillet
4.7 from 98 votes

Cheesy Turkey Meatball Skillet

Cheesy Turkey Meatball Skillet combines ground turkey meatballs seasoned with Pecorino Romano and herbs, browned and then simmered in crushed tomatoes. Topped with melted mozzarella, this dish offers a comforting mix of tender meat, tangy tomato sauce, and gooey cheese. Made entirely in a skillet, it is practical for an easy dinner with balanced protein and rich flavors.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 356 kcal
Course: Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons milk or water, skim
  • 2 cloves garlic (smashed with the side of a knife)
  • 1/3 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
  • 28 ounce crushed tomatoes I prefer Tuttorosso, canned
  • 1/3 cup Pecorino Romano cheese grated
  • kosher salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • 2 garlic or 1 large, small cloves, crushed
  • 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese I like thicker shredded Polly-O, shredded, part-skim
  • 1 egg large
  • parsley or basil, for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1/4 cup parsley plus more for garnish, chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 1/2 pounds ground turkey 93% lean
  • cooking spray

Instructions

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  1. In a large bowl combine the milk, breadcrumbs, Pecorino, garlic, egg, tomato paste, parsley and salt and mix well to combine.
  2. Add the turkey and mix using a fork to fully mix everything together, careful not to overwork and form into 18 meatballs.
  3. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, when hot spray with oil and brown the meatballs about 5 to 6 minutes on each side. Set aside on a dish.
  4. Reduce heat to medium-low, add the oil and garlic and cook until golden, about 1 to 2 minutes.
  5. Add the tomatoes, salt and pepper to taste and return the meatballs to the skillet. Partially cover and simmer medium-low until cooked through, about 5 minutes.
  6. Uncover, top with mozzarella cheese, cover and cook until melted, about 2 minutes. If your skillet doesn’t have a cover, you can put it under the broiler 2 to 3 minutes, until melted.

Nutrition Information

Serving 3meatballs and sauce Calories 356kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 16g (5%) Protein 31.5g (63%) Fat 18g (28%) Saturated Fat 6.5g (33%) Cholesterol 134.5mg (45%) Sodium 809mg (34%) Fiber 0.5g (2%) Sugar 5.5g (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 356

% Daily Value*

Serving 3meatballs and sauce
Calories 356kcal 18%
Carbohydrates 16g 5%
Protein 31.5g 63%
Fat 18g 28%
Saturated Fat 6.5g 33%
Cholesterol 134.5mg 45%
Sodium 809mg 34%
Fiber 0.5g 2%
Sugar 5.5g 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.