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Lemon chicken piccata meatballs

These lemon chicken piccata meatballs are easy to make and perfect served with al dente pasta for a delicious family dinner.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 321 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 500 g (1lb) ground chicken / chicken mince
  • 1 egg
  • ¾ cup breadcrumbs (panko/gluten-free/fresh)
  • ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese
  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
For the sauce
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 2 garlic cloves crushed
  • 1 cup chicken stock (alternatively ½ cup white white wine + ½ cup stock)
  • 2 tbsp capers
  • 1 tbsp parsley
  • 1-2 tsp lemon juice
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. To make the meatballs, combine all the ingredients in a mixing bowl. With a wooden spoon, mix well.
  2. With wet hands, form meatballs the size of golf balls.
  3. Heat a large pan or skillet over high heat and add a few tablespoons of olive oil. Cook the meatballs until golden brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.
  4. To make the sauce, melt the butter in the pan and add the garlic. Cook for 30 seconds.
  5. Add the stock (and wine, if using), capers, parsley and lemon juice. Allow to come to a simmer.
  6. Add the meatballs and cook for another 7-10 minutes, coating the meatballs in the sauce, until the meatballs are cooked through.
  7. Season to taste and serve.

Nutrition Information

Calories 321kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 16g (5%) Protein 29g (58%) Fat 16g (25%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Cholesterol 153mg (51%) Sodium 904mg (38%) Potassium 730mg (21%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 361IU (7%) Vitamin C 6mg (7%) Calcium 97mg (10%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 321

% Daily Value*

Calories 321kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 16g 5%
Protein 29g 58%
Fat 16g 25%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 153mg 51%
Sodium 904mg 38%
Potassium 730mg 16%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 361IU 7%
Vitamin C 6mg 7%
Calcium 97mg 10%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.