Main Dishes⚖️Harmonious Hot & Cold (Garm o Sard)

Ground Turkey Breast Nuggets

ناگت بوقلمون خانگی در فر

I had a little over 1 lb of Ground Turkey Breast that I thought it was time to cook. Since I like chicken nuggets, I thought I would give Turkey nuggets a try. Besides, supposedly they are more nutritious than chicken nuggets! To keep it even healthier I bake the nuggets in the oven instead of frying them in oil. This is not a traditional Persian recipe, but then again it’s pretty simple and great for a quick fix type of meal.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings
4 servings (about 16 nuggets)
Difficulty
Easy
Ground Turkey Breast Nuggets
The Authentic Sofreh Pairing

In Persian tradition, dining is a harmony of hot and cold temperaments (Garm o Sard). Serve this dish alongside:

Home-Style French FriesKetchup & MustardSalad ShiraziFresh Lemonade
✨Persian Kitchen Tradition

Layering Aromatics: Build flavor from the ground up with golden caramelized onions (piyaz dagh), earthy turmeric bloomed in warm oil, and patience over gentle heat—allowing herbs, spices, and tart accents to meld into a balanced bite.

Ingredients

مواد لازم
Servings Stepper
4 servings
Unit System
Prep ready: 0 of 8

Step-by-Step Instructions

طرز تهیه
1
Season the turkey: In a mixing bowl, mix the ground turkey breast with salt, pepper, parsley, and any extra spices you wish to add (garlic powder or onion powder work great!).
2
Prep the baking sheet: Lightly grease a baking sheet or dish with some cooking oil (vegetable oil or olive oil). Preheat your oven to 350°F.
3
Set up the breading station: Set up three bowls: put the flour in the first bowl, whisk the eggs in the second bowl, and put the bread crumbs in the third bowl.
4
Shape and bread the nuggets: Roll the turkey mixture into small round balls. Dip each piece first into the flour, then into the whisked eggs, and finally into the bread crumbs so it is coated all over. Place the breaded balls on the greased baking sheet, then use a fork to gently press and shape them into nugget patties. (I usually get around 16 nuggets depending on the size).
5
Bake and flip: Place the baking sheet into the oven and bake at 350°F for about 10 minutes. Take the sheet out, carefully flip each nugget over, and return to the oven for another 10 minutes until golden and cooked through.
6
Serve: Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces (ketchup, honey mustard, or ranch). Of course, I had to make some home-style french fries to go with my nuggets… can’t have my nuggets without the fries!! Note: cooking time depends on the thickness of your nuggets, so check on them near the end to make sure they don’t dry out 🙂.
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