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Savory chicken meatballs in creamy mushroom sauce in a cast iron skillet.

Turkey Swedish Meatballs

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Main Course
Cuisine Swedish
Servings 4
Calories 327 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound lean ground turkey 85/15 or leaner
  • 1/3 cup plain dry breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup onion finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt plus more, to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/3 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoons soy sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon allspice
  • 2 pinches nutmeg for sauce
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme
  • 1/3 cup light sour cream
  • Freshly chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  • In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, paprika, nutmeg, salt, onion powder, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
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  • Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place on a greased baking sheet.
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  • Bake the meatballs for 20 minutes, or until cooked through.
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  • While the meatballs bake, melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 2 minutes. Gradually whisk in beef broth and bring to a simmer. Add Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, allspice, nutmeg, and thyme.
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  • Simmer until thickened, about 10 minutes. Reduce heat and stir in sour cream. Do not boil.
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  • To the sauce, add salt to taste and adjust the flavor with more Worcestershire if needed.
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  • Add the baked meatballs to the sauce, stirring to coat. Cook for an additional 5 minutes. Serve hot with fresh parsley sprinkled on top.
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Nutrition

Calories: 327kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 34gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 955mgFiber: 1g
Keyword Turkey Swedish Meatballs
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