Fresh Herb Chicken Meatbals with Israeli Couscous
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5.0
6 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
25 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
255 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Fresh Herb Chicken Meatbals with Israeli Couscous
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These tender Herbed Chicken Meatballs, with a delicious lemon garlic butter sauce, come together quickly and can be prepped early in the day!
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Ingredients
- For the meatballs
- 1 pound ground chicken you could also use ground turkey
- ½ cup panko crumbs
- 1 large egg
- 4 green onions scallions finely chopped, finely chopped
- 1 large yellow bell pepper
- 4 medium cloves garlic finely minced
- ½ cup packed basil leaves, finely chopped
- ½ cup packed fresh parsley leaves, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped rosemary and/or thyme optional
- finely grated zest of 1 medium lemon
- 1 ½ teaspoon dry oregano
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- For brushing:
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- For the sauce:
- 5 tablespoons butter
- 3 medium cloves garlic finely minced
- 1 medium lemon halved and sliced thin
- 3 2- inch sprigs fresh rosemary more for garnish, if desired
- Optional for serving:
- cooked orzo
- baby peas
- fresh herb leaves
- shaved Parmesan cheese
- pine nuts
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Instructions
- For the prep:
- Preheat the oven to 400˚F (204˚C). Line a sheet pan with foil and spray lightly with non-stick cooking spray or oil light. Set aside.
- For the meatballs:
- Combine ground chicken, panko crumbs, egg, finely chopped green onions, chopped bell pepper, garlic, basil, parsley, optional herbs (if using), lemon zest, oregano, kosher salt and pepper in a medium large bowl. Using a silicone spatula or your hands mix until combined but don’t over mix.
- Scoop up the chicken mixture into 18 portions. With lightly wet hands, toll each portion between your palms into a round ball and place on the prepared sheet pan.
- For brushing and baking:
- Place the butter in a microwave safe cup or bowl, cover with a paper towel and microwave on high power for 30-45 seconds or until melted. Add the paprika and stir to combine.
- Brush each meatball lightly but thoroughly with the butter mixture.
- Place the meatballs in the preheated oven and bake for 14-18 minutes or until the meatballs are a nice golden color and feel slightly firm to the touch. Remove from the oven and tent with foil to keep warm.
- For the sauce:
- While the meatballs are baking, melt the butter in a large skilled until bubbly and just starting to turn golden brown. Reduce the heat and add the minced garlic. Stir to combine. Cook for 2 more minutes until the butter is nice and fragrant.
- Add the lemon slices and rosemary sprigs. Cook for another 30 seconds then remove from the heat. Add the meatballs to the pan and spoon the butter sauce over the top. Serve with Israeli Couscous and baby peas or mashed potatoes, polenta, linguini, fettuccine, etc. Garnish with more fresh herbs and the lemon slices.
Notes
- See Café Tips above in the post for more detailed instructions and tips to ensure success.
- If you prefer to use Metric measurements there is a button in each of our recipes, right above the word “Instructions”. Just click that button to toggle to grams, milliliters, etc. If you ever come across one of our recipes that doesn’t have the Metric conversion (some of the older recipes may not), feel free to leave a comment and I will add it.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
3meatballs per serving
Calories
255kcal
(13%)
Carbohydrates
7g
(2%)
Protein
16g
(32%)
Fat
19g
(29%)
Saturated Fat
9g
(45%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
6g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
122mg
(41%)
Sodium
573mg
(24%)
Potassium
512mg
(15%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
683IU
(14%)
Vitamin C
39mg
(43%)
Calcium
45mg
(5%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 255 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 3meatballs per serving | |
| Calories | 255kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 16g | 32% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 122mg | 41% |
| Sodium | 573mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 512mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 683IU | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 39mg | 43% |
| Calcium | 45mg | 5% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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