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Sheet Pan BBQ Meatballs

This Sheet Pan BBQ Meatballs delivers 34g protein and 565 calories per serving, making it a solid choice for hitting daily protein targets. Quick-preps 4 servings on the stovetop, fitting into busy training days when you need dinner without the fuss. Stack these alongside rice or potatoes to push toward a 160g+ protein day.

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Ingredients

4 servings
  • Ground Turkey, 99% Lean(454g)
  • Egg, Whole, Large
  • Bread Crumbs, Dry, Plain(60g)
  • BBQ Sauce(90g)

    Any BBQ sauce. Sweet Baby Ray's is a go-to. Check sugar content if cutting.

  • Garlic powder(1g)
  • Paprika, Smoked(3g)
  • 1/2 tsp salt ($0.02)
  • Pineapple, Canned, In Juice, Drained(567g)
  • Yellow Onion
  • Bell Pepper
  • Vegetable oil(15g)
  • 1/8 tsp salt ($0.02)
  • Green Onion (Scallion)
  • White Rice(240g)

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat the oven to 400ºF. Combine the ground turkey, egg, breadcrumbs, 2 Tbsp of BBQ sauce (reserve the remaining ¼ cup for later), garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt in a bowl. Mix the ingredients together by hand until evenly combined.
  2. 2Divide and shape the meat mixture into 16 meatballs. This is easiest by first dividing the mixture into four equal portions, then dividing and shaping each of those portions into four meatballs. The mixture may be fairly wet. That is okay. Place the meatballs on a parchment lined baking sheet and set aside.
  3. 3Slice the bell pepper and onion into ¼-inch wide strips. Place the pepper and onion slices on a second baking sheet (lined or unlined, your choice) and drizzle with cooking oil. Toss to coat, then season with salt. Spread the peppers and onions evenly over one side of the baking sheet.
  4. 4Remove the pineapple slices from the can and blot them dry with paper towel. Lay the pineapple slices over the second half of the baking sheet with the peppers and onions.
  5. 5Place both baking sheets in the preheated oven and roast for 15 minutes.
  6. 6While the sheet pans are in the oven, begin cooking the rice. Add the rice and 1.5 cups water to a sauce pot. Place a lid on top and bring the water up to a boil. Once boiling, turn the heat down to low. Let the rice simmer for 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, turn the heat off and let the rice rest, undisturbed and with the lid on, until the rest of the meal is finished.
  7. 7After roasting for 15 minutes, take the sheet pan with the vegetables out and give the peppers and onions a stir. Use a brush to lightly coat the pineapple slices with about 2 Tbsp BBQ sauce. Return that sheet pan to the oven.
  8. 8Remove the sheet pan with the meatballs and use the brush to lightly coat the meatballs with the remaining 2 Tbsp BBQ sauce. Return the sheet pan to the oven. Finish roasting both sheet pans for an additional 10 minutes.
  9. 9After the meatballs, peppers, onions, and pineapple have finished roasting, it's time to serve! Fluff the rice with a fork, then add about ¾ cup rice to each bowl or meal prep container. Divide the meatballs, peppers, onions, and pineapple slices between the four bowls. Top with sliced green onion, then enjoy!

Nutrition — Per Serving

565

calories

34g

protein

8g

fat

Carbohydrates
91g
Saturated fat
1.4g
Sodium
404 mg
Dietary fiber
3.8g

4 servings per batch · ~358g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does Sheet Pan BBQ Meatballs have per serving?

Each serving contains 34g of protein and 565 calories with only 8g fat, making it a lean option. The macro split is 91g carbs, which supports high-intensity training or glycogen-dependent workouts.

How long does Sheet Pan BBQ Meatballs take to prep?

This recipe qualifies as quick prep and yields 4 servings in one batch on the stovetop. You're making multiple meals in minimal time, ideal for Sunday meal prep sessions.

Is Sheet Pan BBQ Meatballs good for fat loss?

At 565 calories and 34g protein per serving with only 8g fat, this recipe fits a fat loss phase when you need volume without excessive calories. The high carb content (91g) works best post-workout on training days to stay within a deficit.

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