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Flavorful New Year’s Eve Turkey Meatball Bowl Recipe Easy and Perfect for Dinner

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A cozy and comforting turkey meatball dinner bowl featuring juicy seasoned meatballs simmered in a rich savory sauce, served over a hearty base of brown rice or quinoa with steamed veggies. Perfect for New Year’s Eve or any special occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) ground turkey (preferably lean but not too dry)
  • 1/2 cup (50g) panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) milk
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup (10g) finely chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Olive oil, for cooking
  • 1 cup (240ml) low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) marinara sauce
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 cups (370g) cooked brown rice or quinoa
  • 1 cup (150g) steamed broccoli florets
  • 1/2 cup (75g) shredded carrots
  • Fresh basil or parsley leaves, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, panko breadcrumbs, milk, egg, minced garlic, chopped fresh parsley, dried oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix gently but thoroughly to avoid overmixing. (Approx. 5 minutes)
  2. Shape the mixture into 1 1/2-inch (4 cm) meatballs, about 16 pieces, keeping them uniform in size. (Approx. 10 minutes)
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides without crowding the pan, turning gently. Remove and set aside. (Approx. 10 minutes)
  4. In a medium saucepan, combine chicken broth, marinara sauce, balsamic vinegar, honey, and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. (Approx. 5 minutes)
  5. Add the browned meatballs to the simmering sauce. Cover and cook through for about 10-12 minutes, spooning sauce over them occasionally until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). (Approx. 12 minutes)
  6. While meatballs cook, warm cooked brown rice or quinoa, steam broccoli florets until tender-crisp, and shred or lightly steam carrots. (Approx. 10 minutes)
  7. Assemble the bowl by spooning rice or quinoa into bowls, topping with steamed broccoli and carrots, then nestling turkey meatballs and sauce on top. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley leaves. Serve warm. (Approx. 5 minutes)

Notes

Do not overmix the meatball mixture to keep them tender. Soak panko breadcrumbs in milk for juiciness. Brown meatballs first to lock in flavor. Simmer gently in sauce to avoid toughness. Use a non-stick skillet if possible. If sauce is too thin, simmer uncovered to thicken. Leftover meatballs and sauce freeze well separately for up to 2 months.

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