Homemade Turkey Parmesan Meatballs with Cavatappi

Turkey Parmesan meatballs in a homemade marinara sauce over cavatappi pasta.

Prep Time

25-30 Minutes

Servings

2-6 People

Calories

643 Calories

Meal Attribute

High Protein

Large Instructions

Thaw in refrigerator.

Fill large pot 3/4 full with hot water. Add 2 tsp. salt, cover with lid, and bring to a boil. Add pasta and cook 9-12 min. or until desired tenderness. Drain, and set aside.
Meanwhile, preheat broiler to high heat. Spray foil-lined baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
Massage turkey and seasoning to blend. Shape mixture into 24 meatballs (the size of golf balls), and place onto baking sheet.
Broil meatballs 5-7 min., turn and broil an additional 5-6 min., until golden (internal temp. 165°F).
Meanwhile, add marinara to a med. pot and bring to a low boil over med. heat. Add meatballs and pan juices to sauce. Simmer an additional 3-4 min.
To serve, toss sauce with pasta and top with Parmesan cheese.

Large Air Fryer Instructions

Thaw in refrigerator.

Preheat the air fryer to 375°F and lightly spray the basket with oil.
Fill large pot 3/4 full with hot water. Add 2 tsp. salt, cover with lid, and bring to a boil. Add pasta and cook 9-12 min. or until desired tenderness. Drain, and set aside.
Meanwhile, massage turkey and seasoning to blend. Firmly roll the mixture into 24 golf ball-sized meatballs. When the air fryer is ready, place the meatballs into the prepared basket and cook for 10-15 min. The meatballs should be golden brown (internal temp. 165°F).
Add marinara sauce to med. pot and bring to a low boil over med. heat. Add cooked meatballs to sauce and simmer an additional 3-4 min.
To serve, toss sauce with pasta and top with Parmesan cheese.

Medium Instructions

Thaw in refrigerator.

Fill large pot 3/4 full with hot water. Add 1 tsp. salt, cover with lid, and bring to a boil. Add pasta and cook 9-12 min. or until desired tenderness. Drain, and set aside.
Meanwhile, preheat broiler to high heat. Spray foil-lined baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
Massage turkey and seasoning to blend. Shape mixture into 12 meatballs (the size of golf balls), and place onto baking sheet.
Broil meatballs 5-7 min., turn and broil an additional 5-6 min., until golden (internal temp. 165°F).
Meanwhile, add marinara to a med. pot and bring to a low boil over med. heat. Add meatballs and pan juices to sauce. Simmer an additional 3-4 min.
To serve, toss sauce with pasta and top with Parmesan cheese.

Medium Air Fryer Instructions

Thaw in refrigerator.

Preheat the air fryer to 375°F and lightly spray the basket with oil.
Fill large pot 3/4 full with hot water. Add 1 tsp. salt, cover with lid, and bring to a boil. Add pasta and cook 9-12 min. or until desired tenderness. Drain, and set aside.
Meanwhile, massage turkey and seasoning to blend. Firmly roll the mixture into 12 golf ball-sized meatballs. When the air fryer is ready, place the meatballs into the prepared basket and cook for 10-15 min. The meatballs should be golden brown (internal temp. 165°F).
Add marinara sauce to med. pot and bring to a low boil over med. heat. Add cooked meatballs to sauce and simmer an additional 3-4 min.
To serve, toss sauce with pasta and top with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

2 cups meatballs & pasta (202g)

Amount per serving

Calories

643

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 33g

42%

Saturated Fat 9g

45%

Trans Fat <1g

Sodium 1524mg

66%

Cholesterol 94mg

31%

Total Carbohydrates 54g

20%

Dietary Fiber 4g

14%

Total Sugars 8g

Includes 0g Added Sugars

Protein 36g

Vitamin D <1mcg

Calcium 235mg

18%

Iron 8mg

44%

Potassium 838mg

18%

*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Contains: Milk, Soybeans, Wheat

May Contain: Milk, Eggs, Fish, Shellfish, Tree Nuts, Peanuts, Wheat, Soybeans, Sesame.

Ingredients:

White turkey
Savory seasoning
Rosemary
Cavatappi pasta
Marinara sauce
Parmesan cheese
Garlic
Parsley flakes, onion granules, garlic granules
White pepper, nutmeg
Basil, oregano
Shredded Cheese Blend

Nutritional Information

Nutritional information is provided per serving unless otherwise stated and is based on standard formulations. For example, if one large dinner is divided into 6 equal portions, the nutritional values reflect one portion.

Variations in ingredients, preparation methods, or substitutions may increase or decrease the stated nutritional values. Items may vary by store and are subject to change. For additional information, please contact your local store.