Better Than Ikea—Swedish Meatballs (Lightened Up)

Name: Better Than Ikea—Swedish Meatballs (Lightened Up)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound Ground Turkey; 1/4 cup Panko Bread Crumbs; 1 tablespoon minced Parsley; 1/4 teaspoon ground Allspice; 1/4 teaspoon ground Nutmeg; 1/2 cup minced Onion; 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder; 2 teaspoons Salt; 1/2 teaspoon Pepper; 1 Egg; 1 tablespoon Olive Oil; 5 tablespoons Butter; 3 tablespoons Flour; 2 cups Chicken Broth; 1/2 cup Half-n-Half or Heavy Cream; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 teaspoon White Wine Vinegar; 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard

Servings: persons

1 pound Ground Turkey
1/4 cup Panko Bread Crumbs
1 tablespoon minced Parsley
1/4 teaspoon ground Allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground Nutmeg
1/2 cup minced Onion
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
2 teaspoons Salt
1/2 teaspoon Pepper
1 Egg
1 tablespoon Olive Oil
5 tablespoons Butter
3 tablespoons Flour
2 cups Chicken Broth
1/2 cup Half-n-Half or Heavy Cream
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon White Wine Vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard

1
In a bowl, combine ground turkey, panko, parsley, allspice, nutmeg, onion, garlic powder, salt and pepper, and egg. Mix until combined.
2
Roll into golf ball-sized meatballs. In a large skillet over medium-heat add olive oil and 1 Tablespoon butter. Add the meatballs and cook turning continuously until brown, 7-10 minutes. Transfer to a plate and cover with foil.
3
Add 4 Tablespoons butter and flour to skillet and whisk 2 minutes. Slowly stir in chicken broth and cream. Add Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, and dijon mustard and bring to a simmer for 5 minutes until sauce starts to thicken. Salt and pepper to taste.
4
Add the meatballs back to the skillet and simmer for another 1-2 minutes. Serve over egg noodles or rice.

770

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound Ground Turkey, 1/4 cup Panko Bread Crumbs, 1 tablespoon minced Parsley, 1/4 teaspoon ground Allspice, and more.

Yes, Better Than Ikea—Swedish Meatballs (Lightened Up) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!