Description
Turkey Meatball Mashed Potato Bowls
Your new favorite comfort food, ready in under an hour
Makes 4 hearty bowls
Ingredients
Meatballs:
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1 lb ground turkey (93% lean recommended)
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¼ cup breadcrumbs (Panko or regular; almond flour for GF)
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1 large egg
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2 garlic cloves, minced (or ½ tsp garlic powder)
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1 tsp onion powder
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1 tsp dried parsley (or 1 tbsp fresh)
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½ tsp salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
Bowls:
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4 cups mashed potatoes (homemade or store-bought)
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2 cups broccoli florets, steamed
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½ cup brown gravy (or BBQ sauce for a twist)
Instructions
1. Prep & Preheat
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix Meatballs
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Combine turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, onion powder, parsley, salt, and pepper.
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Mix gently until combined (don’t overmix).
3. Shape & Bake
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Form 16–20 meatballs (~1-inch).
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Arrange on baking sheet, leaving space between each.
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Bake 18–20 mins, or until internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C).
4. Prepare Sides
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Steam broccoli 5–7 mins until bright green and tender-crisp.
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Mash potatoes (if homemade): boil peeled potatoes until fork-tender, mash with ½ cup warm milk, ¼ cup butter, salt, and pepper.
5. Assemble Bowls
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Divide mashed potatoes into 4 bowls.
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Top with 4–5 meatballs and a portion of broccoli.
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Drizzle with gravy or BBQ sauce.
Notes
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Italian-Inspired: Add ¼ cup Parmesan and 1 tsp Italian seasoning to meatballs; serve with marinara and sautéed spinach.
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Thanksgiving Twist: Add ½ tsp sage and pinch of thyme; use sweet potato mash and cranberry sauce.
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Spicy Buffalo: Mix 2 tbsp hot sauce in meatballs; serve with ranch or blue cheese instead of gravy.
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Dairy-Free & GF: Use almond flour, dairy-free milk, and olive oil instead of butter.
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Cheesy Mash: Fold ½ cup shredded cheddar into potatoes and broil briefly.
Nutrition
- Calories: 450Cal per serving
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 32g