This Cheesy Ranch Turkey Meatball Bake features juicy turkey meatballs baked in a creamy ranch sauce with a light mozzarella topping. It’s a comforting, cheap, and protein-packed dish that can be prepared in just 30 minutes.
Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe combines the flavors of ranch seasoning with tender turkey meatballs, making it a family favorite.
Quick and Easy Cheesy Ranch Turkey Meatball Bake
This dish is a delightful combination of turkey meatballs and a creamy ranch sauce, topped with melted mozzarella cheese. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Make the Meatballs: In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined. Form into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Bake the Meatballs: Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 15 minutes or until cooked through.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a large baking dish, pour the ranch dressing and mix in any remaining ranch seasoning if desired.
- Combine: Once the meatballs are done, transfer them to the baking dish with the ranch sauce. Stir to coat the meatballs evenly.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the top of the meatballs and ranch sauce.
- Final Bake: Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your cheesy ranch turkey meatball bake with a side of vegetables or over rice.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 servings
- Calories: 350kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
