Cranberry Turkey Meatballs are the perfect blend of savory and sweet and a healthy, flavorful addition to your holiday menu. Made with a combination of lean ground turkey, tart cranberries, and aromatic herbs, these meatballs are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. They can be easily prepared ahead of time and baked or slow-cooked for a stress-free holiday meal. Served with a tangy homemade cranberry sauce, these meatballs are sure to be a hit, whether you're hosting a large gathering or enjoying a cozy family dinner.
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TURKEY COCKTAIL MEATBALLS WITH ORANGE CRANBERRY GLAZE
You can make these ahead and freeze them without the glaze, then the day of the party, defrost them and simply reheat in the sauce.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Meat and Poultry Turkey
Time 35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Mix the turkey, poultry seasoning, garlic salt, onion powder, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl. Stir in the egg, milk, and bread crumbs. Cover with plastic and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Heat olive oil in skillet over medium heat. Roll the turkey mixture into balls, about one tablespoon each. Place the meatballs in a single layer in the skillet. Brown meatballs on all sides, flipping occasionally. Place browned meatballs on a clean baking sheet. Set aside.
- Combine cranberry sauce, marmalade, and chicken broth over medium heat in the skillet used to cook the meatballs. Stir in the jalapeno and Fresno peppers, then return meatballs to skillet. Reduce heat to medium-low, and continue to cook until the meatballs are no longer pink in the center and glaze is reduced. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 264.8 calories, Carbohydrate 32.6 g, Cholesterol 80.2 mg, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 14.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 647.3 mg, Sugar 26.2 g
TURKEY MEATBALLS IN CRANBERRY SAUCE
Looking for a hearty appetizer recipe? Then check out these turkey meatballs served in cranberry sauce - ready in just 35 minutes!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Appetizer
Time 35m
Yield 15
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In medium bowl, mix all ingredients except cranberry sauce and water. Shape mixture into about 45 (1-inch) balls.
- Heat 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs; cover and cook 8 to 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until thermometer inserted in center of meatballs reads 165°F.
- Gently stir in cranberry sauce and water. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until cranberry sauce is melted and smooth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 50 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 0 g
TURKEY MEATBALLS WITH CRANBERRY SAUCE
These tender, flavor-packed meatballs are the perfect Thanksgiving party snack, but they'd also make an excellent meatball sub.
Provided by Katherine Sacks
Categories Thanksgiving turkey Cranberry Cranberry Sauce Sage Meatball Ginger Dinner Friendsgiving Appetizer Hors D'Oeuvre
Yield Makes 50 meatballs
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450°F. Coat a rimmed baking sheet with oil.
- Using your hands, mix pork, turkey, eggs, garlic, breadcrumbs, milk, fennel, 4 tsp. chopped sage, 2 tsp. salt, and 1/2 tsp. pepper in a large bowl until incorporated. Roll into 1" balls, making sure to pack firmly.
- Transfer balls to prepared baking sheet, packing them snuggly. Roast meatballs until firm and cooked through, about 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook cranberry sauce, orange juice, brown sugar, ginger, and remaining 1/2 tsp. salt and 1/4 tsp. pepper in a medium saucepan over medium heat, whisking constantly, until smooth, about 5 minutes.
- Using a pastry brush, generously coat meatballs with 1/3 cup cranberry sauce mixture. Return meatballs to oven and continue to bake until glaze is shiny and caramelized, about 5 minutes more.
- Shake sheet to coat meatballs with sauce. Transfer remaining sauce to a serving bowl and transfer meatballs to a serving platter. Top meatballs with sage leaves before serving, if using.
TURKEY MEATBALLS IN CRANBERRY-BARBECUE SAUCE
This recipe came from the Jennie-O Turkey Store. This is good for a party or even an entree if you want. It makes 14 appetizer servings and maybe 4-6 entree servings.
Provided by Lorane Abari
Categories Meatballs
Time 4h30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Slow Cooker Directions: Combine cranberry sauce and barbecue sauce in slow cooker. Cover and cook on HIGH 20 to 30 minutes or until cranberry sauce is melted and mixture is hot, stirring every 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, place egg white in medium bowl; beat lightly. Add turkey, green onion, orange peel, soy sauce, black pepper and ground red pepper, if desired; mix well with hands until well blended. Shape into 28 balls. Spray large nonstick skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Add meatballs to skillet; cook over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes or until meatballs are no longer pink in center, carefully turning occasionally to brown evenly.
- Add to heated sauce in slow cooker; stir gently to coat evenly with sauce. Reduce heat to LOW. Cover and cook 3 hours.
- When ready to serve, transfer meatballs to serving plate; garnish, if desired. Serve with decorative picks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 436.5, Fat 11.2, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 98.3, Sodium 438.7, Carbohydrate 56.2, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 51.3, Protein 29.3
TURKEY MEATBALLS WITH CRANBERRY SAUCE
Although this recipe is perfect for the holiday season, plan to use it all year-round-cranberries add "zing" to a menu anytime. To serve as an appetizer, shape the meatballs smaller and serve with party picks.-Helen Wiegmink, Tucson, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 45m
Yield 1 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. Place meatballs on a rack coated with cooking spray in a shallow baking pan. Bake at 400° for 20 minutes. , Meanwhile, combine cranberry sauce and tomato soup; heat through. Add the meatballs. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 73 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 213mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.
FALL BALLS (TURKEY MEATBALLS WITH CRANBERRY GLAZE)
Herbed Turkey Meatballs with Cranberry-Horseradish Glaze. I made these for a Fall party. These are easy to make ahead for company and then heat n serve
Provided by CelticBrewer
Categories Poultry
Time 45m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Crush stuffing mix in a blender or by other means to make bread crumbs.
- Combine and mix: turkey, eggs, sage, and breadcrumbs.
- Using a tablespoon, divide mix and form balls, placing on a baking sheet. You will need two sheets (or bake in two batches).
- Bake at 350 for approx 25 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a bowl, combine and mix the cranberry sauce, OJ, and horseradish. Add more or less horseradish based on your tastes. I found 4 Tbsp to be perfect- detectable but not hot. That may vary depending on the brand you buy.
- When the meatballs are done cooking, you can either top them with the sauce and serve; or cool the meatballs and sauce seperately. I kept mine in the fridge overnight. 15 minutes before serving, I microwaved the sauce for 1 minute to make it more fluid. I poured the sauce over the balls, tossed to coat, and warmed them in the oven for 10 minutes. You can also warm and keep them in a crock pot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 515.3, Fat 20.7, SaturatedFat 5.6, Cholesterol 221.9, Sodium 620.1, Carbohydrate 36.5, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 20.1, Protein 43.6
Tips:
- Use high-quality ground turkey for the meatballs to ensure the best flavor and texture.
- Season the meatballs generously with salt and pepper, and add additional herbs and spices to your liking, such as garlic, onion, parsley, or thyme.
- Gently mix the meatball ingredients until just combined to avoid overworking the mixture, which can result in tough meatballs.
- Use a cookie scoop or your hands to form the meatballs into uniform sizes for even cooking.
- Brown the meatballs in a large skillet over medium-high heat until they are golden brown on all sides. This will help seal in the juices and prevent the meatballs from drying out.
- Simmer the meatballs in the cranberry sauce for at least 30 minutes, or until they are cooked through. This will allow the meatballs to absorb the delicious flavors of the cranberry sauce.
- Serve the cranberry turkey meatballs hot with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or your favorite side dishes.
Conclusion:
These cranberry turkey meatballs are a delightful and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make, and they are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. The combination of ground turkey, cranberry sauce, and spices creates a moist and juicy meatball that is bursting with flavor. Serve these meatballs as an appetizer, main course, or party snack, and enjoy the delicious taste of the holiday season!
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