This recipe for mozzarella-stuffed turkey meatballs is a guaranteed hit! This recipe is one of my most popular on the blog! They’re juicy, flavorful, and easy to make. Plus, they’re a great way to sneak some extra veggies into your family’s diet.
always like to have a few go-to recipes that I know everyone will love. And these mozzarella stuffed turkey meatballs are definitely one of those recipes. They’re perfect for weeknight dinners, casual get-togethers, or even formal parties.
Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs Ingredients
For this scrumptious recipe, here are the ingredients you’ll need:
- Ground Turkey
- Garlic Cloves
- Breadcrumbs
- Dried oregano
- Salt and pepper
- Olive oil
- Fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into small cubes or the small balls
- Parmesan cheese
- Pasta Sauce of your choice
The Meatball Making Process
Now that you have all the ingredients gathered, it’s time to roll up your sleeves and get cooking!
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground turkey, seasonings, garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan Cheese, salt, and pepper. Make sure the ingredients are combined thoroughly.
- Take a tablespoon of the mixture and flatten it into a circle. Place a cube of mozzarella in the center, roll up the mixture, and shape into a ball. Set aside and repeat the process with the remaining mixture and mozzarella cubes.
- In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs, making sure to turn them so that each side is browned on the top and bottom.
- Pour in the jar of pasta sauce. I would refill the pasta sauce jar about â…“ with water, shake around to capture the remaining sauce, and pour over the meatballs. Cover with lid and cook on low to medium heat for 10-15 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and more grated Parmesan Cheese.
A Perfect Family Friendly Dinner
It’s time to enjoy these delicious Mozzarella Stuffed Turkey Meatballs! Serve them alongside some roasted potatoes, steamed vegetables, side salad, or garlic bread. To give this dish an Italian flair, serve it with a side of spaghetti.
You can also serve this meatballs recipe in buns to make delicious “meatball subs”. Add some marinara sauce, grated Parmesan cheese, and a few basil leaves and you’ll have a tasty, Italian-style snack.
They are also great to have on hand as a quick and easy appetizer. Serve them with toothpicks and a variety of dipping sauces. You can’t go wrong with traditional marinara sauce or a classic aioli.
No matter how you serve them up, your family and friends are sure to love these delicious mozzarella stuffed turkey meatballs. Enjoy!
Commonly Asked Questions
Yes, you can make these meatballs ahead of time and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can also freeze them for up to 3 months and put them in a freezer bag reheat them in the oven.
Yes, you can use other types of cheese instead of mozzarella, such as cheddar, feta, or goat cheese, depending on your personal preference.
Yes, these meatballs are a healthier alternative to traditional beef meatballs because they are lower in fat and calories. They are also a great source of protein and can be made gluten-free and low-carb by using gluten-free breadcrumbs and almond flour.
Yes, you can substitute ground turkey with other types of meat such as ground chicken, lean ground beef, ground pork, or ground lamb. Keep in mind that the flavor and texture may vary depending on the type of meat you use. For example, beef meatballs will have a richer flavor, while chicken meatballs will be lighter. You may also need to adjust the cooking time and temperature accordingly.
Similar Recipes
If you like quick and easy meals like this, you will enjoy the dinner recipes below:
- Homemade Spaghetti with Meat sauce
- Easy Stuffed Shells with Ricotta
- 30-Minute Stuffed Pepper Pasta
- Ravioli in a Creamy Tomato Sauce
Mozzarella Stuffed Turkey Meatballs
- Total Time: 1 hour 2 mins
- Yield: 4-6 1x
Description
Juicy ground turkey meatballs stuffed with melted mozzarella cheese. Baked to perfection, healthy, low-carb, and bursting with Italian flavors!
Ingredients
- 1 lb. ground turkey
- 1 lb. turkey Italian sausage
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 1 c. bread crumbs
- 1 tbsp. dried oregano
- 1 tbsp. dried basil leaves
- 1 medium shallot (or onion), chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 c. Parmesan Reggiano cheese, shredded
- 2 tsp. salt
- 2 tsp. Black pepper
- 12 cubes pieces of fresh mozzarella
- 3 tbsp. olive oil
- 26 oz. jar spaghetti sauce
- cooked pasta
- Garnish: Fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey and sausage, egg, bread crumbs, oregano, basil leaves, chopped shallots, minced garlic cloves, Parmesan Reggiano cheese, salt, and pepper. With your hands, mix all of the ingredients until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Divide the meat into 12 portions; take a piece of the mozzarella and shape it around the cheese until it forms into a tight ball and set aside. Repeat the same process until all meatballs are formed.
- Take a large saute pan and drizzle with the olive oil on medium heat. Place each of the meatballs inside the pan. Allow to cook for 6-7 minutes on each side.
- Pour in the spaghetti sauce and simmer for 20-25 minutes. Cover with a lid and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes. Serve over hot pasta and garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 12 mins
- Cook Time: 50 mins
- Category: Entree
- Method: Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Next time I will cut salt in half. I followed recipe exactly, and they were a little too salty. Otherwise very good taste.
Great Tonie!
These are delicious I made them back in 2016 and made them again tonight. They are just as delicious as I remember them. My 7 year old also helped me make the entire recipe very simple yet tasty !
Thank you!
I had ground bison in the freezer and found your recipe so we used it and boy or boy were they delicious! I can’t wait to make them again with the ground turkey!
That’s awesome Mikayla! Thank you for sharing.
The whole family enjoyed these! We love the flavor of the cheese with the turkey. So good.
Awesome! Thank you for sharing Kylee!
Thanks for such a moist an juicy meatball recipes. Addition of extra veggies to the diet is an awesome idea. Happy meal for my loved ones.
These meatballs were juicy and flavorful, and the melted mozzarella center was a wonderful surprise!
These meatballs were amazing! I never want unstuffed meatballs again. 😆 I followed your instructions and they came out looking just like yours.
Your recipe takes meatballs to a whole new level of deliciousness! Everyone in my family raved about them. Meatballs will never be the same!
Meatballs are fantastic but stuffing them with mozzarella makes them even better! Perfect alone with sauce or on top of pasta.
Thank you Sharon!
I make a similar dish with ground chicken. I loved the different spices in yours with the turkey! Seriously so good! Definitely one to keep in rotation for meals!
Wow, these turkey meatballs are incredibly tasty! I was pleasantly surprised by how flavorful they turned out. I followed the recipe to a tee, and didn’t need to make any adjustments. They were simply delicious!
That’s awesome Natalia! Thank you!