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Crockpot Turkey Meatballs

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Crockpot Turkey Meatballs are tender, flavorful meatballs made with lean ground turkey and simmered slowly in marinara sauce. They’re a healthy, easy, and hands-off option for meal prep, family dinners, or feeding a crowd.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 egg
  • 1/3 cup breadcrumbs (regular or panko)
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped or grated
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 (24 oz) jar marinara sauce (or homemade)
  • Olive oil (optional, for searing)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix together ground turkey, egg, breadcrumbs, parmesan, garlic, onion, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  2. Form into 1–1.5 inch meatballs.
  3. Optional: Heat a skillet with olive oil and sear meatballs for 2–3 minutes per side for added flavor and firmness.
  4. Lightly grease the crockpot and place meatballs in the bottom in a single layer.
  5. Pour marinara sauce over the meatballs, ensuring they’re covered.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 4–6 hours or high for 2–3 hours, until meatballs reach 165°F internally.
  7. Gently stir before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley or additional parmesan if desired.

Notes

  • Use gluten-free breadcrumbs to make the recipe gluten-free.
  • Skip the parmesan or use dairy-free cheese for a dairy-free version.
  • Don’t overcrowd the crockpot if doubling the recipe—use a large one or cook in batches.
  • Great for pasta, rice bowls, subs, or meal prep containers.
  • Store in fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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