Description
Indulge in the flavorful combination of turkey meatballs, cherry tomatoes, pasta, and gooey mozzarella cheese in this easy one-skillet Caprese Turkey Meatball Pasta. Topped with a drizzle of balsamic glaze, it’s a delicious meal perfect for any night of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Turkey Meatballs:
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Skillet:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 2 cups cooked pasta (penne or rotini)
- 1 1/2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves (torn)
- Balsamic glaze for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Turkey Meatballs: In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Form into 1-inch meatballs.
- Cook the Meatballs: Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook the meatballs until browned and nearly cooked through.
- Add Tomatoes and Pasta: Add cherry tomatoes, sauté, then stir in cooked pasta and marinara sauce.
- Top with Cheese and Bake: Add mozzarella balls on top and broil until cheese is melted and bubbling.
- Finish and Serve: Sprinkle with fresh basil and drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
Notes
- Use whole-wheat or chickpea pasta for a healthier option.
- Pre-cooked turkey meatballs can be used for a quicker meal.
- Pair with a side salad or crusty bread for a complete dinner.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
