Cheesy Turkey Meatball Skillet
Indulge in these delightful Turkey Meatballs, generously smothered in a rich sauce and topped with melted cheese, all prepared in a single skillet for easy cleanup. Pair this comforting dish with a crisp green salad and some crusty bread for a perfect dipping experience!
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons skim milk
- 1/3 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 1/2 pounds 93% ground turkey
- cooking spray
- 2 cloves garlic
- 28 ounce can crushed tomatoes
- kosher salt and black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
- parsley or basil for garnish
- 1 large egg
- 1/3 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
- 2 small cloves crushed garlic
Instructions
- 1
In a spacious mixing bowl, blend together the milk, breadcrumbs, Pecorino cheese, minced garlic, egg, tomato paste, chopped parsley, and salt until thoroughly combined.
- 2
Incorporate the ground turkey into the mixture, using a fork to gently combine all ingredients without overmixing, then shape the mixture into 18 meatballs.
- 3
Place a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Once hot, lightly coat it with cooking spray and sear the meatballs for approximately 5 to 6 minutes on each side until browned. Transfer them to a plate and set aside.
- 4
Lower the heat to medium-low, then add oil and minced garlic to the skillet, sautéing until the garlic turns golden brown, which should take about 1 to 2 minutes.
- 5
Stir in the tomatoes along with salt and pepper to taste, then reintroduce the meatballs to the skillet. Cover partially and let simmer over medium-low heat until the meatballs are fully cooked, roughly 5 minutes.
- 6
Remove the cover, sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top of the meatballs, cover again, and cook until the cheese is melted, about 2 minutes. If your skillet lacks a lid, you can place it under the broiler for 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and melted.