Sheet Pan Apricot Glazed Meatballs with Carrots
Sheet Pan Apricot Glazed Meatballs with Carrots is a delightful one-pan dinner that harmoniously blends savory homemade meatballs with a sticky-sweet apricot glaze. This simple yet impressive recipe fills your kitchen with irresistible aromas and creates an eye-catching centerpiece for any meal. Perfect for busy weeknights, these tender meatballs paired with vibrant carrots ensure a satisfying dish that will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup apricot preserves
- 2 cups carrots, cut into sticks
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, garlic, egg, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Form mixture into small meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter) and place them on the prepared sheet pan.
- Arrange carrot sticks around the meatballs and drizzle with olive oil, seasoning lightly with salt.
- Brush apricot preserves over each meatball.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until meatballs reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For a lighter option, substitute ground turkey or chicken for beef. Feel free to add other vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers for added color and nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.