Delicious Turkey Stuffing Balls Recipe for a Festive Feast Recipe
These delicious Turkey Stuffing Balls are a perfect festive appetizer or side dish. Made with ground turkey, savory stuffing mix, and aromatic herbs, they are baked to golden perfection. Easy to prepare and full of flavor, these tasty bites bring a comforting touch to any holiday meal or gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 stuffing balls 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 cup stuffing mix
- 1/2 cup chicken or turkey broth
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Vegetables & Herbs
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Seasonings
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the stuffing balls evenly.
- Sauté Vegetables: In a skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and celery, sautéing for about 5 minutes until they become soft and fragrant. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, sautéed onion and celery, stuffing mix, and broth. Then, add the egg along with dried sage, thyme, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Gently mix everything until well combined, taking care not to overmix to keep the texture light.
- Form Balls: Using your hands, scoop out portions of the mixture and roll them into golf ball-sized balls. Arrange them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them slightly apart for even baking.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the stuffing balls for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) for food safety.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the balls from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Serve warm on their own or with your favorite dipping sauce for a festive treat.
Notes
- Make sure not to overmix the stuffing ball mixture to maintain a tender texture.
- You can substitute fresh herbs for dried if preferred, adjusting quantities accordingly.
- These balls can be prepared ahead and reheated in the oven before serving.
- Use gluten-free stuffing mix if you want to make this recipe gluten-free friendly.
- Leftover balls can be frozen for up to 1 month; thaw before reheating.
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