Chicken Florentine Meatballs
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Chicken Florentine Meatballs
Description
Chicken Florentine Meatballs bring together lean ground chicken, thawed and thoroughly drained spinach, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, and bread crumbs to build a moist, flavorful mixture. After baking at 400 degrees until cooked through and slightly firm, the meatballs are added to simmering marinara sauce for a few minutes, allowing them to absorb the tomato-based sauce’s essence. The garlic and Parmesan enhance the savory profile, while the spinach adds moisture and a subtle earthiness.
The result is tender, well-seasoned meatballs with a slight chew from the chicken and a hint of fresh spinach throughout. The brief simmering in marinara coats each bite with sauce, balancing richness and acidity. This method avoids frying, promoting a lighter texture without sacrificing flavor.
These meatballs can be served alongside pasta, in a sub sandwich, or as a warm appetizer dish. The sauce keeps them moist and ready to enjoy immediately after cooking.
Ingredients
- 10 ounces spinach thawed, frozen, chopped
- 2 large egg
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs dry
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 1 clove garlic , minced
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper coarse ground
- 1 pound ground chicken lean
- 3 cups marinara sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Squeeze the spinach in small handfuls to remove as much moisture as possible.
- In a large bowl, combine the spinach, eggs, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic, kosher salt, and pepper.
- Add in the chicken and mix until just combined.
- Shape the chicken mixture into 1 1/2" balls.
- Place the meatballs onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or sprayed with cooking spray.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes.
- Add marinara sauce to a large heavy skillet on medium-high heat to bring to a simmer.
- Add in meatballs and simmer on medium heat for 5 minutes.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 229 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 229kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 21g | 42% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 131mg | 44% |
| Sodium | 920mg | 38% |
| Potassium | 973mg | 21% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 6197IU | 124% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 146mg | 15% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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