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Baked Chicken Meatballs

Baked Chicken Meatballs for Juicy, Flavor-Packed Family Dinners

Baked Chicken Meatballs are juicy, flavorful, and perfect for busy weeknights, making them a family favorite for dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken Juicy and lighter than beef
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Swap with whole wheat for a fiber boost
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast for dairy-free
  • 1 large Egg Use a flax egg for vegan option
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Garlic powder can substitute
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Parsley Dried can replace fresh if needed
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Italian seasoning can substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust based on health needs
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper White pepper can substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Avocado oil for high-heat cooking

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease it with olive oil.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, large egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently.
  3. Scoop out portions of the mixture and roll them into 1.5-inch meatballs. Arrange them evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Drizzle or brush the tops of the meatballs with olive oil to encourage browning.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Remove from the oven, allow to rest for a few minutes, then serve hot with your favorite sauce, over pasta, or as sliders.

Nutrition

Serving: 2meatballsCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For meal prep, freeze uncooked meatballs on a tray before transferring to a zip bag. They can be kept for up to 3 months.

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