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Baked Chicken Meatballs

Juicy Baked Chicken Meatballs That Everyone Will Love

These Baked Chicken Meatballs are a delicious, healthy, and easy meal option packed with flavor and protein.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken or ground turkey
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs whole wheat for nutrition
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan or nutritional yeast for dairy-free
  • 1 large Beaten Egg or flax egg for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder or finely chopped fresh onions
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Parsley or other herbs of choice
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
For Optional Mix-Ins
  • 1 cup Grated Vegetables such as zucchini or carrots
  • to taste Herbs and Spices like Italian seasoning or paprika

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, beaten egg, garlic powder, onion powder, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix gently to avoid overmixing.
  2. Take about 2 tablespoons of the mixture and form it into 1 to 1.5-inch balls. Place on a baking sheet.
  3. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet by greasing or lining it.
  4. Arrange the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden and cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
  5. Let the meatballs rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 2meatballsCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These baked chicken meatballs are versatile and can be served with various sauces or as sliders.

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