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It’s hard to beat a good meatball! Especially when they’re mixed with our favorite Mexican flavors. Mexican Turkey Meatballs are rolled in crushed tortilla chips for an extra crunch. Serve them with a cool, creamy salsa to bring it all together. Whether these delectable bites are an appetizer or the main course, your taste buds will be muy contento!
1 lb ground turkey
1 egg, beaten
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 c onion, finely chopped
1/4 c dry bread crumbs
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp cumin
4 oz tortilla chips, finely crushed
Nonstick vegetable cooking spray
CREAMY SALSA
3/4 c non-fat sour cream
1/2 c salsa
Preheat over to 350°F.
In medium bowl, combine ground turkey, egg, garlic, onion, bread crumbs, chili powder and cumin. Mix well. Shape into about 36, 3/4-inch balls.
Place crushed chips on plate. Roll each meatball in chips, coating thoroughly.
Lightly coat a large baking sheet(s) with nonstick vegetable cooking spray and arrange meatballs on sheet. Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes or until turkey is no longer pink in center and the internal temperature registers 165°F.
CREAMY SALSA: Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine sour cream and salsa. Use as a dip for meatballs.