Bacon Jalapeño Popper Meatballs

By jlwoodruff

Ingredients

• 1 lb lean ground turkey (93% lean)
• 1/4 cup 1/3 less fat Philly Cream Cheese
• 2 eggs whites
• 3 slices turkey bacon, cooked and minced
• 3 jalapeños, minced
• 1/2 cup Panko bread crumbs
• 4 garlic cloves, pressed or minced
• 1/2 cup 2% Mexican Cheese Blend
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon New Mexico chili powder
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°.

In a large mixing bowl, combine all ingredients. Mix well, do not over mix or you will have tough meatballs. Using a 1 tablespoon scoop, scoop out meat and place on baking sheet. After all meatballs have been scooped onto tray, roll into balls. TIP: If you lightly wet your hands the meatballs will form better and crack less. Bake for 20-22 minutes until lightly browned and cooked through.