Description

Baked chicken meatballs are a delicious and healthier alternative to traditional meatballs, perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. These juicy bites boast a crispy exterior and are packed with flavor, making them an irresistible treat. Serve them over pasta, in a sub, or as appetizers with your favorite dipping sauces. Easy to prepare and versatile, this recipe will become a staple in your kitchen!

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound ground chicken
1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian)
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 large egg (room temperature)
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 cup marinara sauce (for serving)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
Form mixture into meatballs using about 2 tablespoons of mixture per ball. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
Transfer baked meatballs to a saucepan with marinara sauce over medium heat. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
Serve hot with additional marinara sauce drizzled on top.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 3 meatballs (120g)
Calories: 270
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 760mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 22g
Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: - For extra flavor, consider adding minced garlic or different herbs like basil or oregano. - Substitute ground chicken with turkey or beef to customize the flavor profile. - For added spice, incorporate red pepper flakes into the mixture.