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Baked Turkey Meatballs with Green Chiles Recipe

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Baked Turkey Meatballs with Green Chiles are perfect as an appetizer, topping a southwest salad or even stuffed in a hoagie. They’re perfect for any time of year but especially tailgating!

Baked Turkey Meatballs with Green Chiles are perfect as an appetizer, topping a southwest salad or even stuffed in a hoagie. They're perfect for any time of year but especially tailgating! | HostessAtHeart.comThere are so many activities this time of year and that makes it especially important to relax with friends. Sports are a great excuse to do that and these Baked Turkey Meatballs with Green Chiles are perfect as a tailgating treat.

Baked Turkey Meatballs with Green Chiles are perfect as an appetizer, topping a southwest salad or even stuffed in a hoagie. They're perfect for any time of year but especially tailgating! | HostessAtHeart.comGround turkey is a great lean option for when I make anything where I normally use ground beef. The thing is they can be pretty flavorless unless you add some spices. I learned that lesson when I made my Turkey Sloppy Joes. After a couple of tries, they are now my go-to Sloppy Joe recipe.

Baked Turkey Meatballs with Green Chiles are perfect as an appetizer, topping a southwest salad or even stuffed in a hoagie. They're perfect for any time of year but especially tailgating! | HostessAtHeart.comI wanted these meatballs spicy so I used a homemade taco seasoning and some green chiles. John loves food a lot spicier than I do. When food is too spicy I think the flavor is replaced with heat. He just thinks I’m just a wimp. I originally made these with turkey sausage but the sausage spices just took over and none of my other flavors came through. They were delicious for breakfast but not what I was looking for here.

Baked Turkey Meatballs with Green Chiles are perfect as an appetizer, topping a southwest salad or even stuffed in a hoagie. They're perfect for any time of year but especially tailgating! | HostessAtHeart.comThese meatballs came out delicious. Best of all they can be mixed and baked in under 30 minutes so they’re perfect when you need something on short notice. They are good cold or can be baked in a jiffy and then thrown into a slow-cooker to keep warm which makes them a great make and take appetizer too. While they don’t need a sauce, a side of salsa or cheese dip would be yummy too.

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table view of 5 meatballs with wooden skewers sitting on a gray plate garnished with parsley and grated cheese in front of a blue napkin
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Baked Turkey Meatballs with Green Chiles Recipe

Baked Turkey Meatballs with Green Chiles are perfect as an appetizer, topping a southwest salad or even stuffed in a hoagie. 
Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 30 mins
Servings 25 meatballs
Author Julie Menghini

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs plain or seasoned
  • 1/4 cup Cotija cheese grated
  • 1 4 oz can green chiles mild or hot undrained
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1//2 tsp Mexican oregano dried
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne 1/2 for spicier
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp salt

Instructions

  • Pre-heat oven to 400°F.  Line two rimmed baking sheets with foil.  Spray liberally with non-stick cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl combine all ingredients together and mix to blend.  Roll into 1 tablespoon sized balls and place them on the baking sheet.  
  • Bake for 20 minutes or until meatballs registers 165°F on an instant-read thermometer.

Nutrition

Calories: 37kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 4g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 176mg | Potassium: 61mg | Vitamin A: 75IU | Vitamin C: 1.4mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 0.3mg
This recipe was calculated using the exact brands and measurements I used to make this recipe. If you are following a strict diet please note changing anything will cause the nutritional info to change. My calculations are intended as a guide only.
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Tailgating 2017

It’s no secret that I’m a snacker and can live on appetizers. October is “Tailgating” month organized by Debi from Life Currents. I don’t know how she does it because it would be like herding a bunch of cats. Well, I’m one of those cats and let’s see what the others brought too!

October is Tailgating Snacks Month 2017

Hosted by Life Currents

If these aren’t enough, here’s a few more recipes that are tailgating worthy!

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Easy Pizza Knots

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Spicy Nacho Cheese Pretzels

Spicy Nacho Cheese Pretzels are the pull up your sleeves and grab a beverage kind of tailgating snack that are impossible to pass without grabbing a handful. | HostessAtHeart.com

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  2. Debra C. says

    These look just delicious, I love the salty bite from the cojita cheese, I love the slaty bite. I’m sure it sends these turkey meatballs right over the top – what a great bite for tailgating!

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  4. Judith Graber says

    I am a big fan of any kind of meatballs and your “Mexican” version sounds so good. I have printed it and hope to make them before college football season is over. I know these would be a hit 🙂

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  7. Jennifer A Stewart says

    I love cooking with turkey but agree you need to add a little fat (or moisture) and certainly some spices. These green chilies are the perfect way to do that!~

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  8. Susana Parker says

    Hello, Julie.

    I think this recipe is very tasty. Especially it is a Turkey. I love how easy it is to make and cook. It is really a good way to cook leftovers turkey from the fridge.

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  9. Debi at Life Currents says

    I love the Mexican flavor twist in these meatballs! What a fabulous tailgating snack! I would be proud to serve this at a party! Thanks so much for joining in the tailgating snacks fun this year!

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  12. Tamara Andersen says

    Gorgeous photos Julie! I’m with you on ground turkey. We use it A LOT, but it does require some spices and seasonings! These look delicious!

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    • Julie Menghini says

      Thank you my sweet friend! I can only imagine the magic you do with ground turkey! Your photography has gotten amazing!

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    • Julie Menghini says

      Thank you Mimi! I love cotija from this little Mexican store about 10 miles away. I make the trip just for their cheese.

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