Honey Chipotle Turkey Meatballs

Sweet, smoky, and just the right amount of spicy—these Honey Chipotle Turkey Meatballs are an easy appetizer or weeknight dinner option. Glazed with Honey Ginger Balsamic Vinegar and Chipotle Olive Oil, they’re packed with bold flavor and come together in just 30 minutes.

Prep & Cook Time

• Prep Time: 15 minutes

• Cook Time: 15 minutes

• Total Time: 30 minutes

• Servings: 8 people

Ingredients

• 1 ½ pounds ground turkey

• ½ small yellow onion, diced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• ½ teaspoon fine salt

• ¼ teaspoon ground pepper

• 2 tablespoons honey

• 2 teaspoons Paducah Olive Oil’s Honey Ginger Balsamic Vinegar

• 1 tablespoon Paducah Olive Oil’s Chipotle Olive Oil (plus extra for searing)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.

2. In a medium bowl, mix together ground turkey, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper until combined (do not overmix). Form into 16 meatballs.

3. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, Honey Ginger Balsamic Vinegar, and Chipotle Olive Oil to create the glaze.

4. In a large ovenproof skillet, heat additional Chipotle Olive Oil over medium-high heat. Add meatballs and sear until browned on all sides, about 10–12 minutes.

5. Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 5 minutes.

6. Remove from oven, pour honey glaze over meatballs, and swirl to coat. Return to oven and bake another 5 minutes, swirling halfway through, until the glaze is reduced and meatballs are glossy.