Amazing Keto Turkey Meatballs in a Creamy Parmesan Sauce Recipe
These amazing keto turkey meatballs are cooked to perfection with a flavorful blend of herbs and spices, then smothered in a rich, creamy Parmesan sauce. A low-carb, high-fat dish ideal for keto diets, they are browned in a skillet and finished under the broiler for a slight golden top. Perfect as a comforting main course that is simple yet indulgent.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 15 meatballs (serves 4) 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Keto
Ingredients
Scale
Meatballs
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic (minced or powder)
- 2 teaspoons parsley (fresh, chopped)
Creamy Sauce
- 1 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated from a block)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Oil for cooking (such as olive oil or avocado oil)
- Fresh parsley and extra Parmesan for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Turn your oven on to the broil setting to prepare for finishing the meatballs later.
- Prepare meatball mixture: In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey with the egg, salt, black pepper, garlic, and parsley. The mixture will be sticky; to make rolling easier, coat your hands lightly with oil before shaping.
- Form meatballs: Roll the seasoned turkey mixture into meatballs roughly the diameter of a quarter, but thick enough to cook through evenly. Using a meatball maker yields about 15 meatballs.
- Brown meatballs in skillet: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs without crowding the pan; cook in batches if necessary. Brown the meatballs on all sides until fully cooked through.
- Prepare the creamy sauce: Remove the cooked meatballs and set aside. Lower the heat to low-medium. Discard excess grease from the pan. Pour in the heavy cream, add Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir continuously to melt the cheese and thicken the sauce slightly. The sauce should be creamy and thick enough before adding the meatballs back in.
- Simmer with meatballs and broil: Gently add the meatballs into the creamy sauce to coat them. Transfer the skillet to the oven and broil briefly to brown the top of the meatballs slightly—about 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan cheese. Allow to cool slightly as the sauce will be hot. Serve warm and enjoy this rich, keto-friendly meal.
Notes
- Oiling your hands before forming meatballs prevents sticking and makes shaping easier.
- Do not overcrowd the skillet to ensure even browning of the meatballs.
- Watch the broiler carefully; broiling is quick and can burn the sauce or meatballs if left unattended.
- This recipe is ideal for keto and low-carb diets due to its high fat and protein content and minimal carbs.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor and smooth melting in the sauce.
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