Chicken Meatballs

Chicken Meatballs are more than just an alternative to beef or pork balls; they’re a flavor-packed delight that offers a lighter and healthier spin on a beloved dish. Perfect for those on a health journey or just looking to switch things up a bit. This recipe will walk you through the steps of making a fantastic Chicken Meatballs dish, and by the end, you’ll be serving them up with pride!

Ingredients:

• Ground chicken: 1 lb (450g)
• Breadcrumbs: 1 cup (150g)
• Egg: 1
• Grated parmesan cheese: 1/2 cup (50g)
• Fresh parsley, finely chopped: 2 tablespoons (30ml)
• Garlic cloves, minced: 3
• Salt: 1 teaspoon (5g)
• Black pepper: 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g)
• Olive oil: 2 tablespoons (30ml)

Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Serves: 4

Nutritional Facts (per serving):

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 22g
• Fat: 12g
• Carbohydrates: 12g
• Dietary Fiber: 1g
• Sugars: 1g

Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, parmesan cheese, parsley, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
2. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.
3. Using your hands, form the mixture into meatballs, each roughly the size of a golf ball.
4. In a skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil.
5. Once the oil is hot, add the Chicken Meatballs carefully, ensuring they don’t touch.
6. Fry the meatballs until they are golden brown on all sides, which should take about 10 minutes.
7. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the Chicken Meatballs simmer for an additional 10 minutes. This ensures they are thoroughly cooked inside.
8. Once done, remove the meatballs from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Tips:

1. Always use fresh ground chicken for best flavor and texture.
2. Don’t over-mix the meatball mixture; it can make the meatballs dense.
3. For a spicier kick, consider adding a pinch of red chili flakes.
4. If the meatball mixture feels too wet, you can add a bit more breadcrumbs.
5. Letting the meatballs rest for a few minutes after forming can help them maintain their shape while cooking.

Serving Suggestions:

• Serve the Chicken Meatballs with your favorite sauce or dip, such as marinara or tzatziki.
• They go great on a bed of spaghetti or inside a sub roll for a delicious sandwich.
• Add a side of fresh salad to balance the meal and add a refreshing touch.
• Another delightful idea is to skewer the Chicken Meatballs with some veggies and serve them as kebabs.

Chicken Meatballs

**Chicken Meatballs** are more than just an alternative to beef or pork balls; they’re a flavor-packed delight that offers a lighter and healthier spin on a beloved dish. Perfect for those on a health journey or just looking to switch things up a bit. This recipe will walk you through the steps of making a fantastic Chicken Meatballs dish, and by the end, you’ll be serving them up with pride!

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes minutes

Nutritions

Nutrition Facts

Chicken Meatballs

Amount per Serving

Calories

250

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

12

g

18

%

Carbohydrates

 

12

g

4

%

Fiber

 

1

g

4

%

Sugar

 

1

g

1

%

Protein

 

22

g

44

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Ingredients

• – Ground chicken: 1 lb 450g
• – Breadcrumbs: 1 cup 150g
• – Egg: 1
• – Grated parmesan cheese: 1/2 cup 50g
• – Fresh parsley finely chopped: 2 tablespoons (30ml)
• – Garlic cloves minced: 3
• – Salt: 1 teaspoon 5g
• – Black pepper: 1/2 teaspoon 2.5g
• – Olive oil: 2 tablespoons 30ml

Instructions

• In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, parmesan cheese, parsley, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
• Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.
• Using your hands, form the mixture into meatballs, each roughly the size of a golf ball.
• In a skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil.
• Once the oil is hot, add the Chicken Meatballs carefully, ensuring they don’t touch.
• Fry the meatballs until they are golden brown on all sides, which should take about 10 minutes.
• Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the Chicken Meatballs simmer for an additional 10 minutes. This ensures they are thoroughly cooked inside.
• Once done, remove the meatballs from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Notes

TIPS:

1. Always use fresh ground chicken for best flavor and texture.

2. Don’t over-mix the meatball mixture; it can make the meatballs dense.

3. For a spicier kick, consider adding a pinch of red chili flakes.

4. If the meatball mixture feels too wet, you can add a bit more breadcrumbs.

5. Letting the meatballs rest for a few minutes after forming can help them maintain their shape while cooking.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

Serve the Chicken Meatballs with your favorite sauce or dip, such as marinara or tzatziki.

They go great on a bed of spaghetti or inside a sub roll for a delicious sandwich.

Add a side of fresh salad to balance the meal and add a refreshing touch.

Another delightful idea is to skewer the Chicken Meatballs with some veggies and serve them as kebabs.