How to Make Bacon-Wrapped Turkey Meatballs - A Step-by-Step Guide

Turkey meatballs are a classic dish that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. While they are a great option for a healthier alternative to traditional beef meatballs, sometimes they need a little extra flavor to really make them stand out. That's where bacon comes in. Bacon-wrapped turkey meatballs take the classic dish to a whole new level, combining the lean, juicy texture of the turkey with the smoky, savory taste of bacon. This recipe is the perfect addition to your appetizer spread or as...

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Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • ½ cup bread crumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • ¼ cup finely chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 8 slices bacon, cut in half
  • 16 toothpicks
  • ½ cup teriyaki sauce, or more to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 16 meatballs

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Combine ground turkey, bread crumbs, egg, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper until well mixed. Form into sixteen 1 1/2-inch balls.
  • Wrap each meatball with a piece of bacon, securing with a toothpick. Brush each bacon-wrapped meatball with teriyaki sauce, then place seam side down on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Brush meatball with additional teriyaki sauce. Continue baking until the turkey is cooked completely and the bacon has reached your desired crispness, 15 to 20 minutes more.
  • Nutrition

    375 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 150mg
    • Sodium: 2128mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 17g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 35g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 69mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 472mg