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Delicious Keto Turkey Meatballs: Creamy Parmesan Recipe Inside

These keto turkey meatballs are irresistible, nutritious, and creamy, making them a perfect dinner choice for health-conscious families.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Keto
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey Choose a fatter variety for enhanced flavor and moisture.
  • 1 large Egg Binds the mixture together to keep meatballs tender.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for enhancing the overall flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adds a subtle hint of spice for depth.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh or powdered, infuses essential flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Parsley Provides freshness and color.
For the Creamy Parmesan Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Heated gently to avoid curdling.
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Use freshly grated for the best texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Offers an extra layer of garlic flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Dash to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adds warmth and complexity.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to broil on medium heat.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, egg, salt, black pepper, minced garlic, and chopped parsley.
  3. Form mixture into meatballs about the size of a quarter and place on a baking sheet.
  4. In a skillet, heat oil and brown meatballs for 3-4 minutes on each side.
  5. In the same skillet, lower heat and add heavy cream, scraping the bottom to deglaze.
  6. Stir in Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until sauce thickens.
  7. Return meatballs to the skillet and gently coat with the creamy sauce.
  8. Broil in the oven for 2-3 minutes until tops are slightly crisp.
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately, ideally with zoodles or cauliflower rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 4meatballsCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 300mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use ground turkey with higher fat content and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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