Creamy Garlic Ranch Turkey (Print Version)

Oven-baked turkey meatballs with ranch seasoning, topped with a rich garlic cream sauce for comforting taste.

# What You'll Need:

→ Turkey Meatballs

01 - 1 lb ground turkey
02 - 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
03 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
04 - 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
05 - 1 large egg
06 - 2 tbsp milk
07 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
08 - 1/2 tsp salt
09 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

→ Garlic Cream Sauce

10 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter
11 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
12 - 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
13 - 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
14 - 1 cup heavy cream
15 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
16 - 1/2 tsp dried dill
17 - Salt and pepper to taste
18 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives or parsley for garnish

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
02 - In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, ranch seasoning, egg, milk, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined without overworking.
03 - Shape mixture into 20-24 meatballs approximately 1 1/2 inches each and place on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F.
05 - While meatballs bake, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Sprinkle in flour and whisk for 1-2 minutes to form a roux without browning.
06 - Gradually add chicken broth while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
07 - Add Parmesan and dried dill. Let sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes until thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
08 - Add baked meatballs to the sauce, turning to coat. Simmer together for 2-3 minutes to meld flavors.
09 - Garnish with fresh chives or parsley. Serve hot over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes if desired.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • The ranch seasoning adds an unexpected depth of flavor to the turkey meatballs
  • The creamy garlic sauce transforms simple meatballs into an elegant comfort food dish
  • Ready in under an hour, making it perfect for busy weeknights
  • Versatile enough to serve as a main course or hearty appetizer
  • High in protein while remaining lighter than traditional beef meatballs
02 -
  • Do not overmix the meatball mixture or they may become tough
  • For extra flavor, briefly brown the meatballs in a skillet before baking
  • If the sauce becomes too thick, thin it with a little more chicken broth
  • Make a double batch and freeze half of the baked (unsauced) meatballs for up to 3 months
  • Let the meatballs rest for 5 minutes after baking for juicier results
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