Festive Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls Recipe

The holiday season is all about gathering around the table with family and friends, and what better way to celebrate than with a dish that is both festive and flavorful? Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls are the perfect side dish to complement your holiday meals, whether you’re serving them for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or a cozy family dinner. These savory and slightly sweet stuffing balls are packed with flavor, combining the rich taste of turkey with the bright, tangy bite of cranberries, all wrapped in a savory herb-infused stuffing.

Ingredients You’ll Need:

For the Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls, you’ll need the following ingredients:

1 lb ground turkey – Lean turkey provides the perfect protein base for these stuffing balls. You can use ground chicken as a substitute if desired.
1 box (6 oz) stuffing mix – You can use traditional or cornbread stuffing mix, depending on your preference. For extra flavor, opt for a sage or herbed variety.
1/2 cup fresh cranberries – Fresh cranberries add a tart and slightly sweet burst of flavor. If fresh cranberries are unavailable, you can use dried cranberries, but reduce the sugar in the recipe to balance the sweetness.
1/2 cup chicken broth – This will help hydrate the stuffing mix and ensure that the stuffing balls are moist.
1/2 small onion, finely chopped – Onions add savory depth and sweetness to the stuffing.
1/4 cup celery, finely chopped – Celery brings a nice crunch and freshness to the stuffing.
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped – Fresh herbs brighten the flavor of the stuffing balls.
1 tsp garlic powder – For an aromatic kick.
1/2 tsp ground sage – Sage is a classic herb used in stuffing and pairs perfectly with turkey.
1/2 tsp salt – To season the stuffing mixture.
1/4 tsp black pepper – For a little heat and flavor balance.
1 egg – Helps bind everything together.
2 tbsp olive oil – For sautéing the vegetables and for greasing the baking dish.