Chicken Meatballs
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
310 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Chicken Meatballs
Description
Chicken Meatballs bring together ground chicken, Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, and Italian seasoning into flavorful spheres. Baking them at 400°F ensures they develop a light golden crust while staying juicy inside. The addition of garlic and olive oil adds aromatic depth, and topping with chopped parsley provides a fresh contrast.
The recipe relies on baking rather than frying, which yields a leaner meatball without sacrificing moisture. The ingredient combination creates a balanced texture where the panko prevents dryness, Parmesan contributes a subtle sharpness, and herbs infuse classic Italian notes.
These meatballs can be served as a main dish accompanied by sauces such as marinara or garlic butter, or incorporated into pasta dishes or sandwiches. Their firm yet tender bite also makes them suitable for appetizers or snacks.
The notes suggest turkey can substitute chicken, but choosing ground chicken with 93-96% leanness is recommended to avoid dryness. Preparing a garlic butter sauce involves melting butter with garlic and parsley, which complements the meatballs well. These details allow some customization depending on taste preferences.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground chicken 96% lean
- 1 egg
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning dried
- cooking spray
- 1 tablespoon parsley chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a sheet pan with foil, and coat the foil with cooking spray.
- Place the ground chicken, eggs, breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper and Italian seasoning in a bowl. Mix until thoroughly combined.
- Roll 1 inch sized meatballs, and place the meatballs in a single layer on the baking pan.
- Bake for 20 minutes, or until meatballs are browned and cooked through. Sprinkle with parsley, then serve.
Notes
- Choose ground chicken that is 93-96% lean to retain moisture and flavor.
- Ground turkey can be used as a substitute with similar results.
- Serving options include baking the meatballs and tossing them in a garlic butter sauce made with butter, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- They can also be enjoyed with marinara sauce or as a dipping option alongside marinara.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 310 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 310kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 185mg | 62% |
| Sodium | 554mg | 23% |
| Potassium | 824mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 80IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 36mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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