Description
Savory Turkey Meatballs in Creamy Pumpkin Sage Sauce Aromatic herbinfused dish for a comforting meal Quick prep ready to enjoy Perfect fall recipe
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh sage, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, oregano, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Use your hands to mix everything together until just combined.
- Scoop out about a tablespoon of the mixture and roll it between your palms to form a ball. You should get about 20-24 meatballs. Place them on a plate.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in a single layer and brown them on all sides, about 5-7 minutes total. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the fresh sage and garlic and cook for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
- Whisk in the pumpkin puree, followed by the chicken broth, heavy cream, and nutmeg. Keep whisking until the sauce is smooth and well combined. Let it simmer gently for 2-3 minutes.
- Gently return the meatballs to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through.
- Serve hot over pasta, mashed potatoes, or polenta.
Notes
Tender, herb-flecked turkey meatballs nestled in a velvety pumpkin sage sauce. A cozy and comforting autumn meal that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 420 calories
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Fat: 25 grams
- Carbohydrates: 18 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 32 grams