Easy Honey Garlic Turkey Meatballs
Honey Garlic Turkey Meatballs are juicy, flavorful, and coated in a sticky-sweet garlic soy glaze. Made with lean ground turkey and simple ingredients, they’re perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or entertaining.Serve them over rice, noodles, or veggies for a wholesome and delicious meal that’s quick to make and easy to love.
Ingredients
For the meatballs:
- 1 lb ground turkey 93% lean works best
- ½ cup breadcrumbs or almond flour for gluten-free
- 1 egg
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 green onion finely chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the sauce:
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup soy sauce low sodium recommended
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water optional for thickening
- Red pepper flakes optional for heat
Instructions
Mix the Meatball Ingredients
- In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, green onion, soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined — don’t overwork the mixture, as that can make the meatballs tough.
Form the Meatballs
- Use a small scoop or your hands to roll the mixture into 1 to 1.5-inch meatballs. Wet your hands slightly to prevent sticking.
Cook the Meatballs
- Heat a bit of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in a single layer and cook, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through (internal temp of 165°F), about 8-10 minutes. Alternatively, you can bake them at 400°F for 15-18 minutes.
Make the Honey Garlic Sauce
- While the meatballs cook, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and sesame oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. If you like a thicker sauce, add the cornstarch slurry and simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens.
Combine
- Add the cooked meatballs to the pan of sauce and toss to coat. Let them simmer in the sauce for a couple of minutes so the flavor really soaks in.
Garnish
- Top with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired.