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Instant Pot Turkey Meatballs

Instant Pot Turkey Meatballs: Easy, Healthy Dinner Delight

Instant Pot Turkey Meatballs are a quick, healthy dinner option with gluten-free benefits. Enjoy this delicious, flavorful meal for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey A lean protein.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to preference.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper For warmth.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional heat.
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1/4 cup Parsley Chopped.
  • 1 large Egg Bind the mixture.
  • 1/4 cup Milk Dairy or plant-based.
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs Use gluten-free if needed.
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Richness.
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For browning.
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock Deepen flavor.
  • 1 cup Tomato Sauce Cooking liquid base.

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Mix the Meatball Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, parsley, egg, milk, breadcrumbs, and parmesan cheese. Mix until well incorporated.
  2. Shape the Meatballs: Roll the mixture into 12 equal-sized meatballs, about 2 tablespoons each.
  3. Sauté the Meatballs: Set the Instant Pot to Sauté mode on high, add olive oil, and brown each meatball for 1-2 minutes on each side.
  4. Prepare the Sauce: Add chicken stock, scrape up any browned bits, stir in the tomato sauce and simmer for about 5 minutes.
  5. Cook the Meatballs: Return the browned meatballs to the pot, close the lid, and cook on Manual high pressure for 5 minutes.
  6. Release the Pressure: Allow the Instant Pot to naturally release pressure for 5-7 minutes before switching to venting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 15gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 290mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store cooked meatballs in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat with a splash of tomato sauce.

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