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Keto Turkey Meatballs in Creamy Parmesan Sauce Recipe

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  • Author: Anna
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Keto, Low Carb

Description

These Amazing Keto Turkey Meatballs in a Creamy Parmesan Sauce are a delicious low-carb meal option. Made with tender ground turkey, seasoned with garlic and parsley, and baked to perfection before being smothered in a rich, creamy parmesan sauce, these meatballs are perfect for keto and low-carb diets. The sauce is luscious and cheesy, making every bite indulgent yet healthy. This recipe is quick to prepare, perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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Meatballs

  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons parsley, chopped

Parmesan Sauce

  • 1 3/4 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (cut from the block)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to the broil setting to prepare for finishing the meatballs with a slight browned top.
  2. Prepare Meatball Mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, egg, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and chopped parsley. The mixture will be sticky, so lightly oil your hands before rolling to make shaping meatballs easier.
  3. Shape Meatballs: Roll the seasoned turkey mixture into meatballs roughly the size of a quarter in diameter but thick enough to cook through evenly. This recipe yields about 15 meatballs.
  4. Pan Brown Meatballs: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs without overcrowding and brown them on all sides until cooked through. Cook in batches if necessary to avoid crowding.
  5. Make Creamy Parmesan Sauce: Remove meatballs and set aside. Lower heat to low-medium and discard excess grease from the skillet. Add heavy cream, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir continuously as the cheese melts and the sauce thickens to a creamy consistency.
  6. Add Meatballs Back to Sauce: Once the sauce is thickened to your liking, return the cooked meatballs to the skillet and coat them well with the sauce.
  7. Broil to Finish: Transfer the skillet to the broiler and broil briefly, just enough to lightly brown the top of the meatballs and sauce.
  8. Serve and Garnish: Remove from oven carefully. Garnish with additional parsley and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. Let cool slightly before serving as the cream sauce will be hot.

Notes

  • Oiling your hands helps to prevent sticking when rolling meatballs.
  • If you don’t have a meatball maker, use two spoons to shape meatballs evenly.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste depending on your preference for salt and garlic.
  • The broil step is quick, so watch carefully to prevent burning.
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor and melting quality.
  • This recipe is perfect for meal prep and reheats well in the microwave or stovetop.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 4 meatballs with sauce)
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 620 mg
  • Fat: 28 g
  • Saturated Fat: 15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 3 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Cholesterol: 150 mg

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