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Spicy Turkey Meatball Dinner Bowl

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A flavorful and easy homemade meal featuring smoky, spicy turkey meatballs served with vibrant veggies and grains, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground turkey (preferably lean but not extra lean)
  • 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
  • 1 cup canned diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp chili flakes (optional)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp honey
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa
  • 1 cup steamed broccoli florets
  • 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, panko breadcrumbs, beaten egg, minced garlic, chopped onion, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, cumin, salt, black pepper, and parsley. Mix gently until just combined.
  3. Shape mixture into roughly 1 1/4-inch meatballs, about 20 total.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown meatballs in batches for 3 minutes per side until golden but not fully cooked. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. In the same skillet, add diced tomatoes, chicken broth, tomato paste, chili flakes, honey, salt, and pepper. Stir and simmer for 5 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Pour sauce over meatballs on the baking sheet or transfer both to a baking dish. Bake for 15 minutes until meatballs reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  7. While meatballs bake, cook brown rice or quinoa according to package instructions and fluff with a fork.
  8. Steam broccoli until bright green and tender-crisp, about 4-5 minutes.
  9. Assemble bowls by dividing rice/quinoa, topping with meatballs and sauce, steamed broccoli, cucumber slices, and crumbled feta. Serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

Do not overmix the meat mixture to keep meatballs tender. Brown meatballs before baking to lock in juices. Adjust spice levels by reducing cayenne and chili flakes if desired. Add a splash of broth or water if sauce is too thick. Use a small cookie scoop or tablespoon for uniform meatballs. Lemon wedges brighten the dish at serving.

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