Best 2 Turkey Meatball Appetizer Recipes

Indulge in a culinary adventure with our delightful turkey meatball appetizer, a perfect fusion of flavors and textures. These tender and juicy meatballs, crafted with ground turkey, burst with savory goodness and are sure to impress your taste buds. Accompanied by three tantalizing dipping sauces - a tangy cranberry sauce, a creamy horseradish sauce, and a sweet and spicy chili sauce - this appetizer offers a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. Whether you're entertaining guests or simply seeking a tasty snack, these turkey meatballs are guaranteed to be a hit.

**Recipes Included:**

1. **Turkey Meatballs:**
- Discover the art of creating succulent turkey meatballs using a blend of ground turkey, bread crumbs, herbs, and spices.

2. **Cranberry Sauce:**
- Learn how to make a vibrant and tangy cranberry sauce that perfectly complements the savory meatballs.

3. **Horseradish Sauce:**
- Create a creamy and subtly spicy horseradish sauce that adds a delightful kick to the appetizer.

4. **Sweet and Spicy Chili Sauce:**
- Delight your taste buds with a sweet and spicy chili sauce that brings a touch of heat to the turkey meatballs.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

TURKEY COCKTAIL MEATBALLS WITH ORANGE CRANBERRY GLAZE

Turkey Cocktail Meatballs with Orange Cranberry Glaze image

You can make these ahead and freeze them without the glaze, then the day of the party, defrost them and simply reheat in the sauce.

Provided by Chef John

Categories Appetizers and Snacks Meat and Poultry Turkey

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

1 ¼ pounds ground turkey
¼ teaspoon poultry seasoning
½ teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 large egg, beaten
¼ cup milk
½ cup plain bread crumbs
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup canned jellied cranberry sauce
½ cup orange marmalade
½ cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon minced jalapeno pepper
1 tablespoon minced Fresno pepper
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

Mix the turkey, poultry seasoning, garlic salt, onion powder, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl. Stir in the egg, milk, and bread crumbs. Cover with plastic and refrigerate for 1 hour.
Heat olive oil in skillet over medium heat. Roll the turkey mixture into balls, about one tablespoon each. Place the meatballs in a single layer in the skillet. Brown meatballs on all sides, flipping occasionally. Place browned meatballs on a clean baking sheet. Set aside.
Combine cranberry sauce, marmalade, and chicken broth over medium heat in the skillet used to cook the meatballs. Stir in the jalapeno and Fresno peppers, then return meatballs to skillet. Reduce heat to medium-low, and continue to cook until the meatballs are no longer pink in the center and glaze is reduced. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264.8 calories, Carbohydrate 32.6 g, Cholesterol 80.2 mg, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 14.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 647.3 mg, Sugar 26.2 g

HOLIDAY APPETIZER MEATBALLS

Holiday Appetizer Meatballs image

These beefy meatballs are a perennial favorite at our holiday parties. You won't believe how easy these holiday appetizers are to make. -Pat Waymire, Yellow Springs, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Appetizers

Time 1h5m

Yield about 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup soft bread crumbs
1/4 cup 2% milk
1/3 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 pound ground beef
SAUCE:
1/2 cup ketchup
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. , In a large skillet over medium heat, brown meatballs; drain. Place in a 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Combine the sauce ingredients. Pour over meatballs. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until meatballs are no longer pink.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 245mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Tips:

Use a combination of ground turkey and ground chicken. This will help to keep the meatballs moist and flavorful.
Add plenty of herbs and spices to the meatballs. This will give them a delicious flavor.
Don't overcook the meatballs. They should be cooked through, but still moist and tender.
Serve the meatballs with your favorite dipping sauce. Some popular options include marinara sauce, tzatziki sauce, or honey mustard sauce.
Make the meatballs ahead of time. They can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Conclusion:

Turkey meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. They are also a healthy alternative to traditional beef meatballs. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create these tasty treats that will be sure to please everyone. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give turkey meatballs a try!