Appetizers

Jalapeño Cream Cheese Meatballs

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Such good flavor in these meatballs.

6
1 pound ground turkey
1-8 ounce tub 1/3 less fat cream cheese, softened
1-4 ounce can diced jalapeños
1 egg beaten
1/3 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
2 tablespoons yellow onion, finely diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Combine the cream cheese and jalapeños until combined. Add the egg, bread crumbs, bacon, cheese, onion, garlic, chili powder, oregano, cumin and black pepper and mix well. Add the ground turkey and mix just until combined. Refrigerate for 20 minutes. Preheat oven to 425° F. Line a baking sheet with a slipmat or parchment paper. Scoop 1 slightly rounded tablespoon of meat mixture up and roll it into a ball and place on prepared baking sheet. Place meatballs 1 inch apart. Bake for 14-15 minutes or until completely cooked.
Nutritions

Calories
449

Sodium
1536mg
64% DV

Fat
23g
35% DV

Protein
41g
83% DV

Carbs
14g
5% DV

Fiber
2g
10% DV