Description
Enjoy a delicious twist on traditional stuffing with these Turkey Stuffing Balls! Packed with ground turkey, savory herbs, and seasoned bread crumbs, these bite-sized delights are perfect for Thanksgiving or any festive gathering. Easy to prepare and serve, they provide a flavorful and satisfying option for your holiday menu.
Ingredients
1 lb ground turkey
3 cups stuffing mix (store-bought or homemade)
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup chicken broth
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 tsp dried sage
1 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp black pepper
Salt to taste
1/4 cup melted butter (for brushing)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, stuffing mix, chopped onion, celery, garlic, chicken broth, parsley, sage, thyme, black pepper, and salt. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Form Balls: Using your hands, form the mixture into golf ball-sized balls (about 1 1/2 inches in diameter). Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet, spaced slightly apart.
- Brush with Butter: Brush the tops of each stuffing ball with melted butter for a golden finish.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the stuffing balls are cooked through and golden brown on top.
Notes
You can prepare the mixture ahead of time and refrigerate it overnight.
Freezing uncooked stuffing balls is an option; bake them directly from the freezer, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
Serve with cranberry sauce or gravy for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Thanksgiving
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 stuffing balls
- Calories: 180 kcal