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High Protein Loaded Nuggets 

  • 30 Minutes
  • Easy
  • Turkey

Juicy, flavour-packed turkey mince parcels filled with pesto, sun-dried tomatoes, melty mozzarella and fresh basil, then sealed, crumbed and air-fried until golden and crisp. Think protein-packed pasty vibes with an Italian twist — perfect served hot or prepped ahead for easy, high-protein lunches.

Cooking Method

  1. Add the turkey mince to a large bowl and season with onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper and chilli flakes. Mix thoroughly so the flavour runs right through. 
  2. Now divide the seasoned mince into 6 equal portions and roll into large balls. 
  3. Flatten with paper! Cut 6 sheets of baking paper. Place each ball onto one half of a sheet, fold the other half over, then gently roll flat into a large rectangle. 
  4. Peel back the top paper and spoon pesto over one half of the mince. Add sun-dried tomatoes, mozzarella and fresh basil on top. 
  5. Now seal the parcels. Using the paper to help you, fold the uncovered mince over the filling and press firmly around the edges to seal (think oversized, protein-packed pasty). 
  6. Add breadcrumbs to a plate, then lightly press each parcel into the breadcrumbs until evenly coated. 
  7. Air fry! Cook at 200°C for 18-20 minutes, until golden on the outside and cooked through. 
  8. Eat or prep! You can serve immediately while the mozzarella is molten, or wrap in foil and refrigerate for an easy high-protein lunch option during the week. 
  9. If you’re prepping these for lunches, you can reheat by air frying at 200°C for 8 minutes, then finish with 30 seconds in the microwave to fully melt the cheese inside. Alternatively you can just microwave, however they won’t be as crispy as the first time round! 

The Ingredients

Turkey Base 

  • 1.5kg Village Butchers turkey mince 
  • 1tsp onion powder 
  • 1tsp garlic powder 
  • Salt & cracked black pepper 
  • Chilli flakes  

Filling 

  • 30g green pesto 
  • 170g sun-dried tomatoes, chopped 
  • 180g light mozzarella, pulled into chunks 
  • Handful fresh basil leaves 

Coating 

  • 82g natural breadcrumbs 

What To Serve With High Protein Loaded Nuggets 

These turkey parcels pair beautifully with a fresh green salad, roasted Mediterranean vegetables, or garlicky air-fried potatoes for something more filling. For a lighter option, try steamed greens or a tomato and cucumber salad with a squeeze of lemon. A spoon of extra pesto or a simple yogurt dip on the side also works really well.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! They’re perfect for meal prep. Store cooked parcels in the fridge for up to 4 days and reheat when needed.

Absolutely. Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C for 25–30 minutes, turning once, until golden and cooked through.

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