For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the meatball mixture or barbecue sauce. To make ahead, prepare the meatballs and sauce separately. Store them in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. When ready to serve, bake the meatballs and heat the sauce, then combine. For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free bread crumbs and ensure your barbecue sauce is gluten-free.
Barbecue Turkey Meatballs
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PREP TIME45 mins
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COOK TIME20 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 5 mins
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SERVING11 People
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VIEWS9
Elevate your appetizer game with these succulent turkey meatballs, where the tang of Greek yogurt meets the sweet-and-smoky embrace of a marmalade barbecue glaze. Baked to perfection and served with a playful pretzel twist, they're guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate92 g
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Cholesterol64 mg
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Fiber3 g
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Protein24 g
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Saturated Fat1 g
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Sodium3086 mg
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Sugar14 g
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Fat7 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPreheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). (Prep time: 5 minutes)
02
StepIn a large bowl, whisk together the egg, Greek yogurt, bread crumbs, minced onion, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until well combined. (Prep time: 5 minutes)
03
StepGently add the ground turkey to the bowl and mix with your hands until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. (Prep time: 3 minutes)
04
StepUsing a small cookie scoop or spoon, form the turkey mixture into 1-inch meatballs. Place the meatballs in a single layer on a foil-lined baking sheet. (Prep time: 10 minutes)
05
StepBake the meatballs for approximately 20 minutes, or until they are cooked through and no longer pink inside. Use a meat thermometer to ensure an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). (Cook time: 20 minutes)
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StepWhile the meatballs are baking, prepare the Marmalade Barbecue Sauce: In a medium saucepan, combine the barbecue sauce and marmalade or apricot preserves. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. (Prep time: 2 minutes, Cook Time: 5 minutes)
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StepOnce the meatballs are cooked, remove them from the oven and drain any excess grease on paper towels. (Prep time: 2 minutes)
08
StepTransfer the baked meatballs to the saucepan with the warm Marmalade Barbecue Sauce. Gently toss to coat. (Prep time: 2 minutes)
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StepServe the Marmalade Barbecue Turkey Meatballs immediately, garnished with pretzel sticks for easy and fun serving. These can also be served directly from a slow cooker on warm/low. (Prep time: 2 minutes)
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Margaret Thompson
Jun 26, 2025I added a little sriracha to the sauce for some extra heat, and they were perfect!
Grayce Zulauf
Jun 23, 2025These meatballs were a hit at our party! Everyone loved the pretzel stick idea.
Emerson Kris
Jun 22, 2025So easy to make and so flavorful. I'll definitely be making these again.
Mylene Marks
Jun 22, 2025I made these for a potluck and they were gone in minutes! The marmalade barbecue sauce is amazing.