Go Back
–+ servings
Thanksgiving Turkey Cranberry Meatballs

Thanksgiving Turkey Cranberry Meatballs in Creamy Bliss

Delightful Thanksgiving Turkey Cranberry Meatballs with creamy herb sauce, perfect for festive gatherings.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Turkey main protein source
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries adds sweetness
  • 1 cup Plain Breadcrumbs soak in milk
  • 1/2 cup Milk hydrates breadcrumbs
  • 1 large Egg binds mixture together
  • 1 medium Onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Parsley chopped
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Thyme chopped
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Rosemary chopped
  • 1 tsp Salt seasoning
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper seasoning
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil or Butter for browning
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth moisture in sauce
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream rich texture
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard adds tang
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce for depth

Equipment

  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • plate

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Soak plain breadcrumbs in milk for 5 minutes to keep meatballs moist.
  2. Combine soaked breadcrumbs, ground turkey, egg, onion, garlic, cranberries, herbs, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Shape mixture into meatballs about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter and place on a plate.
  4. Heat a skillet with olive oil or butter, then brown meatballs for 6 to 8 minutes.
  5. Remove meatballs, then add chicken broth, heavy cream, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce to the skillet.
  6. Simmer sauce for 3 to 5 minutes, then return meatballs to the skillet, coating them in sauce.
  7. Reduce heat and simmer meatballs in sauce for 8 to 10 minutes until cooked through.
  8. Taste sauce before serving, adjusting seasoning as necessary.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 18gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, gently mix meatball ingredients and avoid overcooking for tender meatballs.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!