Winterberry and Maple Glazed Turkey Meatballs

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-25 · Updated 2026-05-25

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Savory turkey meatballs coated in a sweet and tangy winterberry maple glaze, perfect for cozy dinners or festive gatherings. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 American cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb ground turkey
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1 large egg
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
2 tbsp olive oil
1/4 cup maple syrup
1 cup frozen mixed berries
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground turkey, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1 large egg, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves. Mix gently until just combined.
Step 2: Shape the mixture into 18 evenly sized meatballs, about 1 1/2 inches in diameter.
Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until browned and cooked through. Remove meatballs and set aside.
Step 4: In the same skillet, add 1 cup frozen mixed berries, 1/4 cup maple syrup, and 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the berries break down and the sauce thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
Step 5: Return the meatballs to the skillet and toss gently to coat them in the glaze. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until heated through.
Step 6: Serve warm with the glossy winterberry-maple sauce spooned over the top.