Turkey Meatballs

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

30 minutes

Servings

4-6 people

Who says you need a whole turkey to bring big flavor to the table? These juicy Creole Turkey Meatballs by @MyDiaryOfUs are packed with Tony’s famous flavor and smothered in creamy gravy. Perfect for Friendsgiving, a Thanksgiving side, or a fun twist on your typical holiday bird!

Ingredients

  • For the Meatballs: 

  • 2 pounds ground turkey

  • 2 tablespoons butter

  • 1/4 cup finely diced celery

  • 1/4 cup finely diced onion

  • 1/4 cup finely diced bell pepper

  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped poultry-blend herbs

  • 2 eggs

  • 1/2 cup Tony Chachere’s Creole Style Butter Injectable Marinade

  • 1 package Tony Chachere’s Cornbread Stuffing Mix

  • 1 1/2 teaspoon Tony Chachere’s Original Creole Seasoning

  • For the Gravy: 

  • 6 tablespoons Tony Chachere’s White Gravy Mix

  • 1 1/2 cup turkey or chicken stock

  • 1 cup whole milk

  • 2 sprigs thyme

  • 2 sprigs of sage

  • 2 sprigs of rosemary

  • 1 teaspoon Tony Chachere’s Original Creole Seasoning

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Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400ºF.
  2. Sauté butter with celery, onion, bell pepper, poultry herb blend, and 1/2 teaspoon Tony Chachere’s Creole Seasoning until they are translucent and tender. Set aside to cool.
  3. Add ground turkey, eggs, cooled veggie mixture, 1/2 cup Tony Chachere’s Creole Style Butter Injectable Marinade, Tony Chachere’s Stuffing Mix, and 1 teaspoon. Tony Chachere’s Original Creole Seasoning.
  4. Gently mix together the meatball mixture until well combined, roll into 1-inch balls, and place onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 18-22 minutes, until the meatballs are done.
  6. Meanwhile, add 1 cup turkey stock, 1 cup milk, and fresh herbs to a pot and simmer for 5 minutes.
  7. Remove the herbs and gently whisk in Tony Chachere’s White Gravy Mix and Creole Seasoning until smooth.
  8. Simmer until it thickens slightly, then add meatballs to the gravy and toss to coat.
  9. Serve over mashed potatoes or with desired sides.

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