Easy Sheet Pan Turkey Meatballs (Printable)

A fuss-free dinner featuring juicy turkey meatballs paired with tender baked zucchini.

# What You Need:

→ Meatballs

01 - 1.1 lb ground turkey
02 - 1 large egg
03 - ½ cup gluten-free breadcrumbs
04 - ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
07 - 1 tsp dried oregano
08 - ½ tsp onion powder
09 - ½ tsp salt
10 - ¼ tsp black pepper

→ Zucchini

11 - 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into ½-inch rounds
12 - 1 tbsp olive oil
13 - ½ tsp salt
14 - ¼ tsp black pepper
15 - ½ tsp dried Italian herbs (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
02 - Combine ground turkey, egg, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic, parsley, oregano, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix gently until just combined.
03 - Shape the mixture into 16 meatballs, approximately 1¼ inches each, and arrange them evenly on one side of the prepared sheet pan.
04 - Toss zucchini slices with olive oil, salt, pepper, and Italian herbs if used. Spread in a single layer on the other side of the sheet pan.
05 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, turning the meatballs and zucchini halfway through baking, until the meatballs reach an internal temperature of 165°F and zucchini is tender and lightly browned.
06 - Serve immediately, optionally garnished with extra parsley or a squeeze of lemon.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Everything cooks on one pan, so cleanup is basically nonexistent.
  • The meatballs stay juicy because theyre baked at high heat, not dried out like some recipes.
  • You can prep the whole thing in less time than it takes to order takeout.
02 -
  • Dont overmix the meat or the meatballs will turn out dense and rubbery.
  • Flip the meatballs halfway through baking so they brown evenly on all sides.
  • If your zucchini releases a lot of water, just drain it off before serving so the dish doesnt get soggy.
03 -
  • Use a small cookie scoop to shape the meatballs so they all cook at the same rate.
  • If you want extra crispy zucchini, broil the pan for the last two minutes of baking.
  • Always check the internal temp of the meatballs with a thermometer to avoid undercooking.
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