Description
Indulge in these savory Chicken Meatballs that are bursting with flavor and perfect for any occasion. With a juicy texture and a delightful blend of spices, these meatballs are sure to be the highlight of your dinner table. They’re easy to make, visually appealing, and can be tailored to fit different dietary needs. Ideal for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or entertaining guests, each bite will leave you and your loved ones craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground chicken
- 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs (or panko)
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for sautéing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic powder, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Form the mixture into meatballs about 1 inch in diameter and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the meatballs until golden brown on all sides (about 5-7 minutes).
- Transfer seared meatballs back to the baking sheet and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Let them rest briefly before serving with pasta or your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking and Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 110mg