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Easy Baked Chicken Meatball Recipe

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Easy Baked Chicken Meatball Recipe
Easy Baked Chicken Meatball Recipe from www.thespruce.com

Description

This easy baked chicken meatball recipe is perfect for a quick and healthy weeknight dinner. These meatballs are juicy, flavorful, and packed with protein. Plus, they're baked in the oven, making them much healthier than traditional fried meatballs.

Prep Time

Prepping the ingredients for this recipe will take you around 15 minutes.

Cook Time

These chicken meatballs will need to be cooked for 20-25 minutes.

Ingredients

For this recipe, you'll need:
  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

You'll need a mixing bowl, baking sheet, parchment paper, and cooking spray.

Method

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, onion, parsley, egg, garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
  3. Using your hands, shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1-2 inches in diameter.
  4. Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and lightly coated with cooking spray.
  5. Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and golden brown on the outside.

Notes

If you want to make these meatballs ahead of time, you can prepare the mixture and shape the meatballs, then cover and refrigerate until you're ready to bake them.

Nutrition Info

This recipe makes around 16 meatballs, and each meatball contains:
  • Calories: 80
  • Protein: 9g
  • Fat: 3g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 1g

Recipes FAQ

Can I use ground turkey instead of chicken?

Yes, you can substitute ground turkey for the ground chicken in this recipe.

Can I freeze these meatballs?

Yes, you can freeze these meatballs for up to 3 months. Let them cool completely, then place them in a freezer-safe container or bag and store in the freezer.

What can I serve with these meatballs?

These meatballs are great served over pasta or with a side of roasted vegetables.

Recipe Tips

  • For a little extra flavor, you can add 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese to the meatball mixture.
  • If you're having trouble getting the meatballs to hold their shape, try wetting your hands with a little water before shaping them.
  • Make sure to space the meatballs out on the baking sheet so they have room to cook evenly.

Enjoy your easy baked chicken meatballs!


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