Description
Chicken meatballs are a delightful and versatile dish, perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Juicy and flavorful, these meatballs can be served with spaghetti, in subs, or enjoyed on their own. With a hint of garlic and fresh parsley, they are sure to become a favorite at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups of your favorite sauce (marinara or barbecue)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- If desired, pour sauce over the meatballs during the last five minutes of baking to infuse flavor.
- Serve with pasta or in rolls, garnished with extra parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added moisture, consider incorporating grated vegetables like zucchini. Swap ground chicken for turkey for a different flavor profile. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to five days.