🦃 Leftover Turkey Stuffing Balls
Ingredients
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2 cups leftover turkey, finely chopped or shredded
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2 cups leftover stuffing (dressing)
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1 egg, lightly beaten
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¼ cup gravy (optional, for moisture & flavor)
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2 tbsp grated cheese (optional: Parmesan or cheddar)
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Salt & black pepper, to taste
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Optional add-ins: chopped herbs, cranberry bits, or green onions
Instructions
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Mix
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In a bowl, combine turkey, stuffing, egg, gravy, cheese, salt, and pepper.
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Mix until it holds together but isn’t mushy.
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Shape
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Roll into golf-ball-size balls.
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If too dry, add a splash more gravy or broth.
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Cook (Choose One Method)
Oven:
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Preheat to 400°F (200°C).
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Place balls on a lined baking sheet.
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Bake 18–22 minutes, turning once, until golden and crisp.
Pan-fry:
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Heat a little oil in a skillet over medium heat.
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Cook balls, turning gently, until browned on all sides (about 8–10 minutes).
Air fryer:
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Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 10–12 minutes, shaking halfway.
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Serve
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Serve hot with gravy, cranberry sauce, or a quick garlic-herb dip.
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🌟 Make Them Next-Level
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Roll in breadcrumbs before cooking for extra crunch
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Stuff the center with a tiny cube of cheese
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Finish with a sprinkle of parsley or cracked pepper
These are crispy, cozy, and pure comfort — the kind of leftovers that feel better than the original meal.
If you want, I can turn this into a stuffing-ball slider or breakfast version that’s ridiculously good.